Building Controls Engineer (DC5060)

The University of Bath is a world class university in a world heritage city – a nurturing environment for enterprising minds, a world leader in engineering. Our growing international reputation is built upon both the excellence and impact of our academic research, and the exceptional quality of the innovative educational and extra-curricular experience enjoyed by our students. Our students are amongst the most satisfied in the UK and we are continuously improving our facilities both on campus and elsewhere.

The role

We are seeking someone who wants to drive the optimum performance out of the University’s buildings and energy management control systems. You will seek opportunities to improve performance whilst environmental and comfort conditions are maintained, ensuring environmental impact and energy consumption are minimised while improving systems reliability and functionality.

You will be the technical service who can test, service, adjust, upgrade and fault find on the campus wide control systems and provide specialist technical advice to colleagues and other departments.

This post has specific responsibility for the operational management and development of central building controls and monitoring systems predominantly Schneider Building Management System, Helvar Dali lighting controls, DRAX Alarm monitoring system and Elcomponent Metering System.

The ideal candidate will have:

A deep understanding of the application and maintenance of building management systems An HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent or ONC with extensive and broad experience) A building services operation, maintenance or installation background Good communication and engineering diagnostic skills Capable of managing and prioritising problems under pressure

 What we offer

The University of Bath is an exciting and engaging place to work. We are committed to personal and professional development. Excellent pension: 18% employer contributions (8% employee contributions) 39 days holiday (annual leave, discretionary days and bank holidays) A flexible working environment Ofsted outstanding rated onsite nursery and childcare vouchers schemes Salary exchange scheme (cycle to work, fitness plus with our world-class sports training village) Interest free loans for public transport seasons tickets and motorcycle purchases for commuting Onsite parking

For an informal chat about this post, please contact Richard Hughes, Electrical Services Manager on 01225 383543 or r.a.hughes@bath.ac.uk

 

 

 

Closing Date: 26 Jul 2017
Type: Operations & Facilities Support