Building Maintenance Engineer (P2026007) - London

Building Maintenance Engineer (P2026007) - London

Our University

Ravensbourne University London is an innovative, industry‑focused institution located at the heart of London’s newest creative community on the Greenwich Peninsula. We champion creativity and collaboration, empowering our learners with the specialist skills and opportunities they need to build outstanding careers in digital media and design.

The Role

We are seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join our Estates and Facilities team, specialising in Technical Services.

You’ll work on a rotating shift pattern (morning, day, and evening shifts) across three buildings located just minutes apart.

Are you an experienced, self‑motivated, and adaptable Technical Services professional?

This is an exciting opportunity to join us during a period of growth and development.

Reporting to the Assistant Technical Services Manager, you will take responsibility for the day‑to‑day upkeep and maintenance of Ravensbourne’s mechanical and electrical assets. You’ll ensure our facilities operate at peak performance through proactive maintenance, timely repairs, and a commitment to safe, high‑quality engineering practice.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

• Carrying out scheduled Planned Preventative Maintenance and reactive tasks to maintain site assets and ensure equipment availability.
• Ensuring routine maintenance is completed across all building plant, equipment, and systems in line with expectations and service level agreements.
• Responding to Building Management System alarms and undertake emergency repairs when required.
• Identifying, estimating, and supporting repair or project works in line with best practice and regulatory standards.
• Managing and monitoring the Permit to Work system to ensure safe and compliant operations.
• Maintaining appropriate stock levels of mechanical and electrical spares.
• Keeping comprehensive maintenance records, both digital and hard copy.
• Preparing and following Method Statements and Risk Assessments to ensure safe working practices.
• Supervising engineering subcontractors, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and site procedures.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical services, including fault‑finding and repairs within large commercial buildings. Experience working in environments requiring regular face‑to‑face engagement with building managers, working with customers will be an advantage.

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career?

If you’re motivated by our opportunity to help shape and support a dynamic creative university, apply today and join us on our journey.

We Offer

• Generous leave

• Competitive Pension Scheme
• An Employee Assistance programme
• A cycle-to-work scheme

This role requires working across Ravensbourne buildings on a weekly shift roster, Monday to Friday, 7am 7pm.

Closing Date: 10 Feb 2026

Unit: Professional

Salary: From £36,571 per annum