UK Parliament
Job title:
Building Services Technical Officer (Mechanical & Electrical)
Company
UK Parliament
Job description
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House of Commons
The House of Commons a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK’s thriving democratic system.
Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community.
Staff Benefits
In addition to your salary, we offer including:
- 30 days’ annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year).
with an average employer contribution of 27%. * Access to training and development.
- Flexible working.
- Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan.
Introduction
Parliamentary Maintenance Services Team (PMST) consists of approximately 115 in-house staff and a large number of contractors who maintain the Parliamentary estates (Commons & Lords) buildings, engineering systems and furnishings in order to ensure a fully functioning, safe working environment, equipped for the demands of the 21st century. And, what an estate it is. Consisting of buildings that range from the historic Palace of Westminster to the modern Portcullis House, it’s located within a UNESCO World Heritage site and spans four conservation areas
The Reactive Works Team are responsible for managing repairs across the Estate via a mixture of in-house craft persons and contractors.
The Role
We are looking for a Building Services Technical Officer who will initially manage a wide range of building services repairs across a range of outbuildings including providing technical specifications, supervising contractors (and on occasion in-house craft persons) checking work for quality and safety and liaising with customers.
Some of the responsibilities for this role include:
- To manage assigned works ensuring they are carried out to required standards and taking effective action to ensure all Service Levels are met
- Seek actively to prevent accidents and enforce safety rules and regulations particularly in respect to statutory maintenance activities.
- Ensure adequate communications with contractors, stakeholders etc to ensure work progresses safely & effectively at all times.
- Manage delegated budgets responsibly in compliance with all relevant legislation and House standards.
Skills and Experience
Qualifications:
- NVQ Level 3 in an Electrical or Mechanical Building Services related discipline along with demonstrable experience in managing engineering services in a complex environment
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
- Demonstrable working knowledge of engineering Health & Safety issues in a maintenance/construction environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) and also have the ability to relate to people. Promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion.
- Must have the ability to work well under pressure and able to prioritise and plan your own and staff’s workload.
- Working knowledge in the use of various IT software packages including Word, Excel, Fault Reporting Systems and CAFM and BMS System
Next Steps and Additional Information
- CV & Supporting Statement – If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and supporting statement with a 500-word limit.
More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description.
Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.
Expected salary
£36492 – 45877 per year
Location
United Kingdom
Job date
Thu, 18 Jan 2024 02:35:35 GMT
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