Building Services Engineer

Our Estate Facilities and Scientific Services team are recruiting for a Building Services Engineer to join our site facilities team, on a full-time basis, contributing to the delivery of world-leading scientific research. The main duties will involve the planned preventive maintenance and repairs of a variety of systems. The candidate will also complete a wide variety of multi-skill building services tasks as required. The ideal candidate will be qualified in mechanical engineering with NVQ or City and Guilds equivalent and have good relevant experience in a post-apprenticeship role. Basic electrical/mechanical fault-finding experience and basic BMS experience is also preferable; however, training can be provided to support the development of knowledge in these areas. The successful applicant will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimum supervision and will have a broad range of mechanical knowledge and experience. Good communication skills and the ability to make sound judgment and approach tasks logically are essential. This is a permanent full-time position. Rothamsted campus has a range of sports and social activities available, including a low-cost gym onsite and Rothamsted Sports and Social club. Our benefits package includes a minimum of 30 days annual leave per year (plus Bank holidays), pension with a 10% employer contribution as minimum, free car parking onsite, and Cycle2work salary sacrifice scheme. Established in 1843, Rothamsted Research is one of the UK's leading Research Institutes delivering world-class agricultural science. Our commitment to learning and development, equality, diversity and inclusion, and flexibility in working arrangements creates a positive work-life balance and enables a welcoming environment for all prospective employees. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, and all disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. Applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age are welcomed, providing the required criteria is met. We have an attractive benefits package including 30 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and an attractive campus offering cultural and recreational activities.

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