Building Controls System Engineer

Te Ratonga Whakahaere Paenga| Facilities Management

Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• Continuing full-time 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE).
• Monday to Friday. Occasional work for shutdowns will be required outside of standard work hours.

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do
As a Building Controls System Engineer, you'll oversee the seamless operation of our key building services, working closely with Trades Supervisors, trades staff, and specialist contractors. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and optimizing Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems.
• Overseeing electrical systems related to mechanical operations, general electrical needs, advanced automated lighting controls, and boiler systems.
• Handling reticulated gases and refrigeration systems.

You'll also provide expert management and maintenance of our control systems, including:

• Building Management System (BMS)
• Energy Management System (EMS)
• Boiler System

In this role, you'll ensure the smooth operation of our campus-wide building management system and associated engineering software. This includes advanced Siemens Desigo engineering, sub-system engineering, and BACnet device management. Additionally, you'll develop intuitive graphical user interfaces for our control systems and energy management systems, enhancing usability and functionality.

Mōu | Who You Are
You have recent experience programming building automation PLCs and a background in HVAC support, along with installation, maintenance, and engineering of building automation controls.

While we provide training, candidates should have hands-on experience with at least one or two of the following systems:

• Programming and commissioning BMS controllers
• BACnet devices and other communication protocols
• Programming operator user interfaces
• Dali lighting controls
• KNX systems
• Boiler control systems operation

Strong fault-finding skills and a proven ability to resolve complex issues logically are essential. Additionally, you should be able to read and interpret detailed plans and specifications and have a genuine enthusiasm for control technology.

You should be able to work well with others and translate technical terms into terms that non-experts can understand.

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With

In this role, you'll interact with a wide range of university stakeholders. It's crucial that you can explain technical concepts in plain language, enjoy engaging with a diverse range of individuals, and communicate effectively.

You will be part of a four-person team, including a Building Controls Specialist, another Building Controls System Engineer, and a Building Controls Support Technician. Collaboration with various trade groups within the Facilities Management team is key.

Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC
Ngā Uara | Our Values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and tiakitanga guide our decisions and behaviour and provide a roadmap for how we do things at UC, affirming our commitment to pastoral care and support for our ākonga and staff. They challenge and inspire us to be the best we can, and make UC a great place to work and study. For more info on Ngā Uara | Our Values visit us here.

There are range of communities within University of Canterbury including, Māori, Pacifica and Rainbow communities, for more information please visit Communities | University of Canterbury

Enjoy a work-life balance, receive fantastic benefits, and be part of the UC community:

• Five weeks annual leave and five days university holidays.
• Supportive working environment.
• Onsite childcare facilities, health centre, pharmacy and much more.
• UC Parental Leave (up to 9 weeks paid) + 26 weeks Government paid parental leave.
• Generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%)

• Professional development opportunities.
• Living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand
• A unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as the recreation centre and Staff club at discounted rates plus onsite cafés and eateries, and more.

For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/

The closing date for this position is: 25^th September 2024 (midnight, NZ time)
Please note applications will be reviewed after the close date.

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.

Please note, we do not accept applications by email, however we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to [email protected]

You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role. If you hold a valid work visa and are physically present in New Zealand, then