Building Services Engineer (Temporary) in Coventry

Hays are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a large and highly respected organisation with a diverse and complex estate, significant investment in its infrastructure, and a strong commitment to engineering excellence.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced mechanical engineering professional to join a well-established Estates & Engineering team responsible for maintaining and developing critical infrastructure across a large and varied estate. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring essential systems remain safe, compliant and operational, whilst contributing to long-term maintenance strategies and major improvement projects.Alongside a technically rewarding role, you'll benefit from an exceptional package that includes hybrid working, an outstanding pension scheme, generous annual leave, excellent health and wellbeing facilities, and genuine long-term career stability. As a Building Services Engineer, you will act as the technical lead for several specialist mechanical systems, ensuring they are operated, maintained and managed safely, efficiently and in full compliance with relevant is far more than a maintenance role. You will influence future asset strategy, oversee specialist contractors, manage engineering projects and provide expert technical guidance across the organisation. Managing the planned maintenance, inspection and statutory compliance of Pressure Systems, Medical Gases, Air Compressors, Vacuum Pumps and LEV systems. Acting as the technical expert and appointed person for designated systems, including PSSR, Medical Gases and LEV. Overseeing specialist maintenance contractors, monitoring performance and ensuring service delivery standards are consistently achieved. Developing and implementing asset management plans that support short, medium and long-term maintenance and replacement strategies. Leading maintenance and capital investment projects, including mechanical upgrades and infrastructure improvements. Providing technical advice and support to engineering teams and stakeholders across the estate. Investigating faults, identifying root causes and implementing practical solutions to minimise downtime and operational risk. Supporting emergency response activities and planned out-of-hours engineering works when required. To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have experience managing specialist mechanical systems within complex environments such as healthcare, manufacturing, higher education, industrial facilities, utilities, large commercial estates or similar operations. A Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent engineering qualification, or significant relevant industry experience. Strong knowledge of Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR), PESR, Medical Gas regulations and LEV/COSHH requirements. Experience managing specialist mechanical assets including pressure systems, compressed air systems, pipework, vacuum systems and ventilation systems. Experience overseeing specialist maintenance contractors and service providers. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities within complex mechanical environments. Experience preparing technical specifications, tender documentation and managing contract delivery. Knowledge of safe systems of work, risk assessments and method statements. Excellent planning, organisational and communication skills. Professional engineering membership or relevant professional qualifications. IOSH or NEBOSH certification. Professional engineering membership or qualifications. IOSH or NEBOSH certification. Work-Life Balance & Flexibility Hybrid working model 27 days annual leave 8 bank holidays Option to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave Excellent Pension Scheme 14.5% employer pension contribution Career Development Opportunity to act as the technical lead for critical engineering systems Involvement in significant asset replacement and capital investment projects Ongoing professional development and specialist training opportunities Excellent long-term career progression opportunities within a stable organisation Modern working environment with high-quality facilities Access to outstanding fitness and wellbeing facilities including: Sauna and spa facilities Health checks and personalised fitness plans Permanent full-time position Stable and secure long-term career opportunity Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be