British Steel
Buildings and Estate Facilities Maintenance Manager
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Buildings & Estate Facilities Maintenance Engineer
Salary
Up to £52,530
Location
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN16 1XA
Pattern of Work
36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
What You Need To Know About The Role
We are looking for a Buildings & Estate Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join our Engineering Infrastructure team at British Steel's Scunthorpe site.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager - Site Infrastructure, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving the roads, drainage systems, buildings and estate assets that support the largest integrated iron and steel manufacturing facility in England.
This is a varied and challenging role where you will manage maintenance and refurbishment projects, oversee contractors, provide technical expertise and ensure infrastructure assets are maintained safely, reliably and cost effectively. You will work closely with stakeholders across the business to deliver engineering solutions that support operational performance and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the maintenance and repair of roads, drainage systems, buildings and estate infrastructure assets.
- Develop and deliver maintenance plans, asset management strategies and improvement programmes.
- Scope, procure and supervise refurbishment, renovation and major repair projects.
- Manage contractors and service providers to ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to agreed standards.
- Lead and promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture.
- Manage maintenance contracts and budgets within agreed targets.
- Provide technical support and guidance on building maintenance, facilities management and civil engineering matters.
- Support asset integrity, defect elimination and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain asset information and engineering systems using SAP and other business tools.
- Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external agencies, utility providers and contractors.
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What We Need To Know About You
- Degree qualified in Facilities Management, Building Maintenance, Civil Engineering or a related discipline, or HNC/equivalent supported by significant relevant experience.
- Significant experience managing buildings and facilities maintenance within a large organisation, industrial site or estate.
- Strong knowledge of building maintenance, facilities management, project delivery and contractor management.
- IOSH Managing Safely qualification or equivalent.
- Excellent communication, planning and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects safely, on time and within budget.
- Experience within heavy industry, manufacturing, engineering or similarly complex environments would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of SAP is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.
What We Can Offer You
We know our employees are our greatest asset and alongside the great benefits packages we offer, we continue to invest in their careers by providing a huge range of training and development opportunities.
Benefits
Whatever your stage in life, you'll find a range of benefits to complement your work-life balance. The benefits you'll enjoy include:
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- Defined contribution company pension scheme.
- 35 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays).
- Life Assurance.
- Company sick pay scheme.
- Health Cash Plan through Simplyhealth.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Enhanced family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
What You Need To Know About Us
In July 2026, British Steel entered public ownership under the UK Government in an historic move that secured the future of steelmaking in Britain while strengthening national infrastructure and security.
We are proud of our heritage, optimistic about our future and committed to building a sustainable business that benefits our employees, customers, suppliers and local communities.
This is an exciting time to join us. Be part of a business with a clear vision for the future and a vital role in delivering the world-class steel Britain needs today and for generations to come.
British Steel is an armed forces friendly company, and we actively encourage applications from Ex-Armed Forces Personnel, Reservists, Armed Forces Veterans and military spouses/partners.
For more information about us and our journey please visit our website.
How to Apply
Internal candidates should apply through their ESS account.
External candidates can apply by clicking the ‘Apply Online’ button below.
We may close this vacancy earlier than advertised if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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