The Guardian
Full-time: 35 hours per week Salary range: £37,905-£42,000 per annum inclusive of London Allowance Contract type: Permanent Start date: August 2026 Location: On-site, Marylebone Road
The Royal Academy of Music is one of the world’s leading conservatoires. It prides itself on being stimulating, forward looking and a friendly environment with a diverse mix of students and staff from over 50 countries. Based in central London adjacent to Regent’s Park, we have trained musicians to the highest professional standards since 1822 and we are firmly focused on developing tomorrow’s musical leaders in disciplines including classical, jazz, composition and musical theatre.
We are looking for an excellent Estates Systems & Engineering Manager to join our Estates Operations team. You will be part of a dynamic department that is responsible for keeping hard and soft FM services running to a high standard, underpinning the world-class delivery of our academic, philanthropic and commercial activities across all buildings and venues.
As a team we place customer service and an excellent building user experience front and centre in all that we do, and embody this through a supportive work culture, dynamic teamwork and interdepartmental collaboration. You will be key in supporting the Facilities & Maintenance Manager and taking the lead in keeping our Estates systems and plant running efficiently, ensuring statutory compliance, PPMs, repairs and M&E projects are managed intelligently and effectively.
This is a hands-on operational role and will require occasional weekend working.
The successful candidate will have robust knowledge of building management systems including CAFM, BMS, HVAC, lighting control, energy management systems (EMS), security, life safety and vertical transportation. They will work to deliver real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance capability, improve system uptime and performance and value for money contractor works. They will also be the subject matter expert advising on BAU, life cycle planning and investment across all M&E disciplines. Previous experience in working in HE and live entertainment settings would be beneficial.
More information and an online application are available on our website via the button below.
Completed applications must be received by 23.59 (midnight) on Tuesday 14th July 2026. Interviews are expected to take place on-site on Thursday 23rd July 2026.
The Academy accepts applications from non-UK citizens who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that the Academy is unable to provide a certificate of sponsorship for this role, as this role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker visa.
Enquiries or applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
The Academy is committed to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of all students.
The Academy values diversity and welcomes your application.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities because we would like to increase the representation of these groups in these roles. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to greater results for students.
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