Job title: Building Maintenance Officer
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Sales
Salary type: Annual
Salary from: GBP £38,000.00
Salary to: GBP £45,000.00
Location: Birmingham, UK
Job published: 29/05/2026
Job ID: 73544

Job Description

Catch 22 are working with a leading student accommodation provider to recruit a Building Maintenance Officer to support a multi-site portfolio across Birmingham and Coventry.

This role could be ideal for a multi-skilled engineer looking to step into a more administrative, coordination, and technical support-led position, while still utilising a strong hands-on background. 

Key responsibilities;

  • Coordination of planned and reactive building services works
  • Support across electrical systems, power distribution, lighting, fire alarms, and BMS controls
  • Involvement in HVAC, heating, plumbing, ventilation, and gas systems
  • Review of contractor works, RAMS, and compliance documentation
  • Technical reporting, asset management support, and maintenance planning
  • Liaising with internal teams and external contractors across multiple sites
  • Perform some basic fix repairs and maintenance

Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience in operations support, office administration, or facilities management with a strong focus on compliance.
  • Hands on, trade background (e.g. electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or similar) with the ability to carry out reactive maintenance when required.
  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
  • Proactive and able to anticipate requirements from stakeholders.
  • Experience using facilities management systems.
  • Knowledge of health & safety regulations, CDM, and statutory compliance.
  • Electrical and/or mechanical qualifications (Desirable)
  • Driving licence and ability to travel between sites

Role details

  • £38k–£45k
  • Excellent benefits inc extended family leave, 25 days holiday + BH & 5-11% pension scheme
  • Permanent, full time contract, Mon-Fri (No on call)
  • Occasional work from home
  • Excellent opportunities for progressional support

If interested in this position, please apply to show your interest.