Specialist Building Systems Engineer Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Salary
Grade Hb: £51,039 – £57,422 per annum

Hours
37 hours per week

Contract Type
Permanent, Full-Time (job share considered)

Location
Primarily based at UWE Bristol’s Frenchay Campus, with occasional travel to other campuses as required

Job Reference
R08270

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and technically minded professional with a strong focus on Building Management Systems (BMS) and controls to join our Estates team. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of our estate while contributing to the delivery of sustainable, high-quality environments for our staff and students.

You’ll work as part of a team of dedicated Estates professionals, supporting maintenance, building improvement works, and strategic upgrades. A key part of the role involves supporting the University’s carbon reduction goals and improving energy efficiency across a diverse estate with buildings of varying age and complexity.

Day-to-day, you’ll help lead the integration of modern technologies, monitor building performance, contribute to the asset lifecycle programme, and ensure that investments are strategically aligned and cost-effective.

About You

We’re looking for a specialist with strong knowledge of both the hardware and software elements of BMS and controls. Your experience in building performance, energy efficiency, and carbon reduction strategies will be vital to supporting our sustainability ambitions.

You should have a proven track record in:

• Monitoring systems and fault diagnostics
• Managing external contractors
• Writing technical briefs and reports
• Communicating complex technical information to a range of stakeholders

Experience working in operational environments—such as construction sites, plant rooms, or across a multi-campus estate—is essential. Strong time management and the ability to juggle multiple priorities are key to success in this role.

You’ll be joining a team responsible for the infrastructure of systems such as:

• Building Management Systems (BMS for HVAC monitoring)
• Fire alarm systems
• Access control, CCTV, and intruder alarms
• IT and telephony infrastructure

Working at UWE Bristol

UWE Bristol is one of the largest higher education institutions in the South West, with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff. Based in Bristol—one of the UK’s most dynamic and diverse cities—we’re proud to be a forward-thinking, community-focused university with global reach.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive salary and progressive pay structure
• Generous holiday allowance and university closure days
• Career average pension schemes
• Retail savings and discounted services
• Onsite nursery and training/development opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion

We are proud to be part of Bristol’s vibrant, multicultural community and are committed to fostering a truly inclusive environment. We particularly encourage applications from candidates from global majority backgrounds, as they are currently underrepresented in this part of the University.

As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from candidates who identify as disabled.

Key Information

Application Deadline: April 30, 2025

Interview Date: June 3, 2025 (at Frenchay Campus)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Visa Sponsorship: May be available for eligible candidates under the Skilled Worker route. Please note, UWE Bristol does not cover visa or health surcharge fees.

Campus Presence: Due to the nature of the role, this is a campus-based position for a minimum of 3 days per week (pro-rata for job share applicants).

Interested?

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Please complete the online application form and clearly demonstrate how your experience meets the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification. Use specific examples wherever possible.

Informal Enquiries:
Contact Richard Kimber at: Richard2.Kimber@uwe.ac.uk

Join us in shaping a sustainable, high-performing campus environment that supports the success of thousands.