Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer Building Services / HVAC
Location: Kingston (All Kingston University sites, Kingston-upon-Thames)
Salary: £36,000 - £37,400 per annum + Excellent Benefits + On Call
Contract: Full time, Permanent
KUSCO (Kingston University Service Company Ltd) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kingston University, established in 1997.
We are a non-profit organisation providing facilities management services to Kingston University, supporting a vibrant campus used by thousands of students, staff, and visitors every day.
Are you a hands-on Multiskilled Engineer with a strong background in HVAC or Building Services?
Join the KUSCO maintenance team, where youll play a vital role in keeping campus facilities safe, compliant, and fully operational.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, team-focused environment with a diverse workload across a busy university estate.
Why Join Us?
Work in a stable, long-term university environment
Enjoy a varied, hands-on role across multiple buildings and systems
Be part of a supportive, multi-skilled team
Opportunity to broaden your skills across trades
Make a real impact on day-to-day campus life
The Role Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer
As a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer, youll deliver both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across campus.
With a core trade in HVAC / Heating & Ventilation / Building Services, youll provide technical expertise while supporting a multi-skilled team to ensure all systems remain safe, compliant, and operational.
Youll play a key role in maintaining high standards, improving working practices, and delivering a professional service to university stakeholders.
You will report to the Maintenance Supervisor and work across all Kingston University sites.
As our Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer you will:
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across campus buildings
Ensure HVAC, mechanical, and water systems remain fully operational
Diagnose faults and carry out repairs using sound technical knowledge
Accurately record all work using the Planon CAFM system and PDA devices
Take a leading role within your core trade (HVAC / Heating & Ventilation)
Support other trade disciplines as required and share knowledge within the team
Maintain and repair HVAC, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, and water systems
Interpret building drawings and understand basic BMS/control systems
Work collaboratively to deliver a seamless maintenance service
Support colleagues during absences or peak workload periods
Assist with supervising contractors and ensuring quality of work
Promote a positive, team-focused culture
Provide a professional and approachable service to students and staff
Respond promptly to issues and communicate clearly with stakeholders
Minimise disruption to teaching, learning, and campus activities
Follow UK Health & Safety regulations and best practice
Carry out risk assessments and safe systems of work
Ensure all work meets compliance standards
Maintain high levels of workmanship and attention to detail
Use CAFM (Planon) and Building Management Systems (BMS)
Support material ordering and contractor coordination
Contribute to increasing in-house capability and reducing external reliance
Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota
Assist with minor projects, installations, and lifecycle works
What Were Looking For
A recognised qualification or strong experience in a core trade (HVAC, Heating & Ventilation, Mechanical, Plumbing, or similar)
Experience in building services, facilities management, or maintenance environments
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Good understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication and customer service skills
A proactive, flexible, and customer-focused approach
Experience in Property related skilled trades like Plumbing, Electrical knowledge, Joinery, and Carpentry.
Similar trades are all very welcome to apply! We would be interested in applications from Plumbers, Electricians, Joiners, Carpenters and any other candidates who can demonstrate experience in these trades.
It Would Be Great If You Had
Experience working in a university, healthcare, or large-site environment
Familiarity with CAFM systems (e.g. Planon) and BMS
Multi-skilled experience across additional trades
Experience supervising contractors or supporting small projects
If youre dependable, take pride in your work, and enjoy keeping essential services running smoothly, wed love to hear from you.
Apply now!
No agencies please.
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