Job Description

Job Reference

2567

Application Closing Date

14/08/2025

Division, Department

CUEL Infrastructure Services (IS) ,IS Infrastructure Delivery - Estates Delivery

Salary

Competitive starting salary range from 40,515 up to 46,071 per annum(dependant upon experience) with potiential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered.

Mode

Permanent , Full Time

Our Mission

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Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. Driven by our passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them.





Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group plays a key role in shaping the world around us.



This position is based in Coventry University Enterprises Limited, a sister company of Coventry University and part of the Coventry University Group.

The Role

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As the Mechanical Services Manager, you will oversee and supervise the mechanical services team and contractors, ensuring that statutory, planned, and reactive maintenance is delivered to both the main and remote campuses in line with agreed SLAs. Your responsibilities will include setting up and renewing contractor provisions for managing compliance of mechanical systems including natural gas, water, F Gas, HVAC etc. and the BMS, managing the team's workload using the Planon CAFM system (training provided), and ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently.



You will also be responsible for meeting and greeting contractors, explaining issues to facilitate effective repair solutions, ensuring value for money, and managing health and safety requirements. This role is hands-on, requiring you to actively support and mentor mechanical technicians and apprentices, lead responses to emergency mechanical issues, and audit contractors' work.

Our Successful Candidate

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This role would suit experienced mechanical services managers, mechanical supervisors, or senior technicians ready to step into a managerial role. You should have a background in managing and maintaining mechanical installations.



Ideally, you will hold qualifications equivalent to HNC/NVQ Level 3 or have demonstrable equivalent experience managing compliance of mechanical systems including natural gas, water, F Gas, HVAC etc. and the BMS. Training may be provided to address minor gaps in experience.



This role is varied and demanding, requiring adaptability and the ability to handle evolving tasks daily. This position offers an ever-changing work environment where no two days are alike, requiring flexiblity to shifting priorities.



The successful candidate will collaborate closely with mechanical technicians, leading investigations and diagnosing mechanical issues to ensure efficient and effective solutions.



As this role involves working across multiple locations, you must be willing and able to travel to remote campus buildings, including Scarborough, Milton Keynes, Central London, and Dagenham, to support operations managers. Occasional overnight stays may be required.

The Benefits

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As a staff member of Coventry University Enterprises Limited, you will have access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits which includes:




Excellent Employers Pension Contribution 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays New Holiday Purchase Scheme Life Assurance 4 x Salary BUPA Cash Plan 50% off Tuition Fee's for staff dependants CU Reward Scheme - Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers Cycle To work scheme.

Our Culture

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As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

Full & Person Specification

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We look forward to hearing from you!