In this role you will lead the MEP operations to deliver reliable, high-quality building services at the University. You will manage technical teams, budgets, and safety compliance, driving continuous improvement and sustainable, smart-building initiatives. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align with campus development plans and service targets. The position offers strategic impact across a complex estate and opportunities to shape future facilities. This is a hands-on leadership role with a strong focus on performance, sustainability, and user experience.
Pay / Benefits
41 days of leave for full-time staff
pension benefits
flexible working
health and wellbeing support
free 6-month UofG Sport membership
relocation assistance (where appropriate)
Responsibilities
Lead MEP trades groups to ensure day-to-day operations and service delivery
Oversee performance, workload planning, budgets, and on-call incident management
Develop training matrices and monitor staff development and competency
Collaborate with heads of Technical and Facilities Services on strategic/tactical goals
Maintain incident response framework and governance for safety and business continuity
Manage HR processes (recruitment, performance, discipline) and reporting on MEP performance
Provide expert guidance on operation of MEP installations, compliance, and proactive maintenance
Incorporate safety, risk management, and environmental considerations; align with digital/sustainable initiatives
Lead soft landings input on construction projects and handover procedures
Oversee asset registers, FMR, and maintenance programmes; develop business cases for equipment replacement
Support event operations and service desk collaboration to enhance customer experience
Deputise for Head of Technical Services as required
Ensure supplier/contractor management and KPI reporting for frameworks
Key requirements
A1 Degree-level qualification in engineering/building services or equivalent with management experience
A2 Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
A3 Strong knowledge of building services/MEP maintenance and regulatory priorities
A4 Knowledge of Fire, Security and Building Management Control systems
A5 Health and Safety legislation competence in construction
A6 HR process knowledge including recruitment, performance, training, and discipline
A7 Knowledge of BSRIA Soft Landings principles
E1 Significant Building Services engineering experience
E2 Experience managing supervisory/operational teams
E3 Experience advising leadership on maintenance/replacement programmes
E4 Delivery of engineering/building services in complex estates with historic/conservation properties
E5 Safety management experience with risk reduction
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