What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Electrical Engineer position at Wates Group?
🔧 Resident Engineer – Bradford ¦ (WPS)
Keeping buildings running. Supporting communities. Engineering excellence.
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Resident Engineer to join our team on-site at Yorkshire Building Society in Bradford. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality hard FM services in a customer-focused environment.
As a Resident Engineer, you'll be the go-to expert for all things technical—ensuring the smooth operation of building systems, responding to reactive maintenance needs, and supporting planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules. You'll work closely with our client and wider WPS team to uphold safety, compliance, and service excellence every day.
What You'll Be Doing
At WPS, we're more than just a facilities provider—we're a team committed to making a positive impact. From sustainability to social value, we're proud to support our clients and communities with integrity, innovation, and care.
đź“Ť Location: Bradford (Yorkshire Building Society site) WPS
đź•’ Contract Type: Full-time
🔧 Sector: Facilities Management
🌱 Focus: Compliance, Maintenance, Sustainability
Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.
To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
Keeping buildings running. Supporting communities. Engineering excellence.
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Resident Engineer to join our team on-site at Yorkshire Building Society in Bradford. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality hard FM services in a customer-focused environment.
As a Resident Engineer, you'll be the go-to expert for all things technical—ensuring the smooth operation of building systems, responding to reactive maintenance needs, and supporting planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules. You'll work closely with our client and wider WPS team to uphold safety, compliance, and service excellence every day.
What You'll Be Doing
- Carrying out hands-on maintenance and repairs across electrical, mechanical, and fabric systems.
- Supporting compliance and health & safety standards across the site.
- Responding to reactive issues promptly and professionally.
- Assisting with PPM tasks and ensuring accurate documentation.
- Collaborating with site teams and contractors to deliver seamless service.
- Identifying opportunities for energy efficiency and sustainability improvements.
- A strong technical background with the relevant qualifications - 18th Edition
- Experience in facilities maintenance within a commercial or customer-facing environment.
- Good working knowledge of health & safety legislation.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- IOSH/NEBOSH and BIFM qualifications are a plus.
At WPS, we're more than just a facilities provider—we're a team committed to making a positive impact. From sustainability to social value, we're proud to support our clients and communities with integrity, innovation, and care.
đź“Ť Location: Bradford (Yorkshire Building Society site) WPS
đź•’ Contract Type: Full-time
🔧 Sector: Facilities Management
🌱 Focus: Compliance, Maintenance, Sustainability
Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.
To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting