Specialist Building Systems (SBS) Engineer

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About this role
The University is seeking applicants with a bias towards BMS and controls and this is an exciting opportunity to join a team of existing Estates professionals in delivering outstanding maintenance; building alterations; and improvement projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering our carbon ambitions (see our commitments here ) and reducing our energy consumption. As well as being a pivotal part of the day-to-day operations of how, when and why our spaces are conditioned.

The University has a diverse mix of buildings, of various ages and this role will play a key role in the future development of the Estate through introducing new technologies and by improving performance of our existing installations.

No day will be the same with this role, the varying nature of our installations and systems will be an exciting challenge. There is huge opportunity to be involved and assist with the development of the asset lifecycle programme, ensuring investment is not only value for money but focussed in the right strategic areas. 

About you

The University is seeking applicants with a bias towards BMS and controls we therefore need experience in both hardware and software elements.

As mentioned, we believe this post will form a key role in reducing the University carbon footprint and improve our energy efficiency, and you should have experience and specialist knowledge in this area.

You will require experience of monitoring systems; fault finding and progressing resolutions (we use external contractors, so experience with managing contractors could be beneficial). On some occasions it may be necessary to prepare specialist briefs or designs for external contractors or internal stakeholders. Both verbal and written communication skills will be important, with the ability to both interpret and explain complex, technical, financial and performance information.

Due to the nature of Estates activities you’ll be required to occasionally attend construction sites, plant areas, or other campuses. So, please ensure you will be able to manage these conflicting demands and have experience in managing time efficiently and effectively.

Our specialist engineers are responsible for infrastructure within various areas including: Security Systems (Access Control; CCTV; Intruder); Fire Alarm Systems, IT/Telephony Infrastructure and BMS (HVAC Monitoring) and look forward to you joining our team.

Where is this role based?

This post is based at our lively Frenchay campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed.

However, there could be activities as part of this role at any of our Campuses. 

Why UWE Bristol?

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South-West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in Bristol , one of the UK’s most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave (plus additional closure days) and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.

Add your individuality to ours

UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community .

We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we’re always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you’ll thrive.

We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area of the organisation, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.

As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.

Further information

If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role please contact Richard Kimber by email: Richard2.Kimber@uwe.ac.uk

Interviews are scheduled to take place at our Frenchay Campus, 3rd June 2025.

This is a full-time, permanent post

This post is available on a job share basis for applicants wishing to work part time

UWE Bristol is a campus-based University, and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. Considering the nature of this role it is therefore campus based and for a minimum of 3 days per week (for full time applicants, pro-rata for job share).

The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK, please refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist for information on which documents are acceptable.

We may be able to sponsor qualifying candidates for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. Please read our Skilled Worker Guidance to assess if you will be eligible.

Please note that UWE Bristol does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.

Advice to applicants

We’d love to hear from you - if you are excited about this opportunity, please complete our application form as soon as possible.

Tell us how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description and include specific examples wherever possible.

Once we have completed shortlisting, we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates.