Durham University
Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer
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Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer
Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer
Department: Estates and Facilities Directorate, Projects and Infrastructure
Grade: Grade 8 Salary range: £47,389 - £56,535
Full time (nominal 35 hours) Occasional requirement for evenings/weekends as needed Permanent Hybrid working – Minimum 2 days per week onsite (following initial full-time onsite training period) On-call arrangements may apply, as required
Closing date: 19th July 2026 Interview date: 30th July 2026
About the Role
As Senior Mechanical Building Services Engineer, you will ensure the University’s mechanical infrastructure remains:
- Safe, compliant, resilient, and fit for purpose across varied and extensive premises
- Deliver expert mechanical engineering leadership and high-quality, customer-focused service across:
- Teaching
- Research
- Residential activity
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You’ll combine hands-on technical expertise with strategic oversight, supporting major capital and infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
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Team Leadership:
- Lead and develop a team of mechanical engineering professionals
- Oversee service performance, people management, budgets, and stakeholder engagement
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Operational & Strategic Support:
- Drive continuous improvement, sustainability, and value for money
- Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- Work with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to raise service standards
- Contribute to long-term estates planning and help shape a future-ready mechanical services function
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- Collaborative Influence:
- Influential role in shaping reliable and future-ready mechanical services across campus
About the Department
The Estates and Facilities Directorate provides essential services for Durham University, responsible for:
- Managing and maintaining infrastructure
- Developing campus building fabric
Further details and key responsibilities are included towards the end of the job description.
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