Campus Maintenance & Compliance Snr Site Engineer

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Job description

SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. In response to the changing world around us, it is essential SOAS continues to adapt how it responds to and operates in order to be leaders in delivering exceptional education to our students and to support and attract the best academic talent globally.

SOAS has reset its strategic plans through 'Reimagining SOAS or the 21st Century' to ensure priorities for the university are clearly focussed on providing the best educational services and facilities for our students and staff, and maximising opportunities internationally.

About the department

The Estates and Facilities Directorate is responsible for the delivery of the Estates and Infrastructure Strategy which covers the areas of major construction and refurbishment projects; facilities operation and space management, including timetabling and energy management.

About the role

Reporting to the Campus Maintenance & Compliance Manager the Senior Site Engineer will be responsible for the supervision of Mechanical and Electrical Services work flow and work allocation. This will include reactive works, planned preventive works, statutory insurance examinations, and minor works projects, utilizing the department's in-house engineering team and specialist contractors to meet service level agreements and customer expectations.

The role holder will have a commitment to providing excellent customer service to enhance the estate and the student experience alongside working with internal and external stakeholders and tenants on a regular basis.

About you

The post holder will need proven experience in Mechanical and Electrical maintenance with an understanding of reactive and planned preventative maintenance systems and procedures.

You will need proven knowledge of M&E statutory compliance regulations along with practical experience of Health and Safety processes and safe systems of work. Previous experience in similar role.

The post requires good communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team. You will need to be a qualified engineer with NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds part 1 & 2 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website.

How to Apply:

Please complete the Unbiased application form, please note you will not be able to upload a CV.

Closing date: Sunday 12th December 2021.

Interviews to be held: week commencing - To be confirmed.

Further information

If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact

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We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, the Global South, Black, Asian or other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.