Maintenance Assistant
Company: Heriot-Watt University Salary: £24,215 to £26,707 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Galashiels Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 3 Sept 2026 Closing date: 16 Sept 2026
Summary
To contribute to the successful delivery of facilities serves by the Galashiels team to the students, staff and other users of the High Mill and Jean Muir Student Village, ensuring that relevant areas are maintained to a good standard.
In your role as a Maintenance Assistant you will be responsible for undertaking minor maintenance activities such as basic plumbing, painting and decorating, joinery, electrical light repairs of a semi-skilled nature including statutory compliance checks on water, fire and emergency lighting systems across the various buildings all to the highest level of service for our students, staff and visitors.
You will be required to answer queries, report any defects and assist in keeping the various users informed of site activities and will be expected to complete all work-related documentation accurately and on time, keeping logs of inspections reports and remedial work.
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Heriot-Watt University is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity for a Paralegal to shape and grow the University's legal function while working in a vibrant, diverse environment at our Edinburgh campus. With 33 days of annual leave, a commitment to employee well-being, and a focus on professional development, you will gain invaluable experience across various legal areas and contribute to impactful projects within a globally recognised institution. Join us to be part of a supportive community that values inclusivity and encourages career growth in a dynamic, international setting.
