University of Edinburgh
Job title:
Building Services Engineer (Water Management)
Company
University of Edinburgh
Job description
Job Description:Grade UE08 – £49,250 – £60,321 per annumCorporate Services Group – Estate DepartmentFull time: 35 hours per weekOpen ended: Permanent ContractThe OpportunityThe Estates Department of the University of Edinburgh has an exciting opportunity within the Estates Operations team for someone with a proven track record in Water and Legionella Management to lead in providing water compliance and maintenance across the estate. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management and control of all identified risks from legionella bacteria to protect the health and safety of others. They will also undertake the role as appointed Deputy (DRP Water) and be responsible for implementing and managing the University’s Water Safety Plan.This role will also have line management responsibility for the Water Control Officer.This position also plays an important role in the handover and commissioning process of projects, installations etc, and will provide advice on any ongoing requirements/amendments to equipment, procedures or specifications.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a department which is committed to supporting the University in achieving excellence.Your Skills and Attributes For Success
- Educated to degree level or equivalent, with a building services related Professional qualification i.e. MCIBSE, MIET or CEng, or equivalent experience.
- Extensive practical experience and relevant technical knowledge of building water systems, infrastructure and major construction projects.
- A strong and up to date knowledge of professional building services, engineering guidelines and current legislation.
- Flexible, collaborative, customer focused approach.
- Strong communication and influencing skills.
- A thorough practical understanding of Health and Safety legislation and management.
Click for a copy of the full job description.As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
- A competitive salary
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our
(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.Championing equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab).The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 22 November 2024.Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.Interviews dates TBC.About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:The University of Edinburgh was founded in 1583 and currently occupies more than 550 academic, administrative and residential buildings throughout the city of Edinburgh across 5 campuses; Central Area, Kings Buildings, Easter Bush, Bio- Quarter and the Western General Hospital. There are also sporting facilities at Peffermill.The estate is an exciting mix of eras and architecture. Whilst many of the buildings enjoy listed status and are integral to the unique qualities and characteristics of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Edinburgh, many more have been added over the years as the University has grown. The portfolio ranges from nationally important, iconic, historical buildings through to state of the art teaching, research and sporting facilities. The University of Edinburgh has a significant programme of estates investment underway, in both capital development and also in the infrastructure and resilience of the estate. This investment will help to ensure that the university remains at the forefront of world leading teaching, learning and research.The Estates Department is part of the Corporate Services Group and provides a range of key activities that help the University to achieve its corporate objectives. It is an integrated centre of excellence responsible for implementing decisions related to the buildings, fabric and infrastructure of the University. It provides specialist advice to the University on strategic estates issues as well as its statutory obligations.
Expected salary
£49250 – 60321 per year
Location
United Kingdom
Job date
Sun, 27 Oct 2024 04:37:16 GMT
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