At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform maintenance in university accommodation, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
- Company: Join a vibrant university community focused on student and staff well-being.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, shift allowances, and opportunities for overtime.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with potential for career advancement and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in a dynamic environment while honing your trade skills.
- Qualifications: Relevant trade qualifications and hands-on experience in maintenance roles.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
To carry out response, planned and statutory maintenance in the University Student and Staff & Family accommodation properties. The post will involve working irregular shift patterns 5 over 7 days for an eight hour duration per shift and may cover out of hours call outs. (The shift pattern does not require overnight working and includes a 18% shift allowance).
The successful candidate must have, and our application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following essential criteria:
- Hold a relevant academic and/or vocational qualification in a trade (building, electrical, joinery, plumbing etc) e.g. NVQ 2 (or equivalent) or time served.
- Have substantial recent relevant post apprenticeship experience in a building/electrical/plumbing role maintaining building, systems and plant in a similar environment to the University.
- Have a working knowledge of building/electrical/plumbing systems.
- Have comprehensive knowledge of relevant building and maintenance systems, equipment and processes.
- Hold a valid full UK driving licence.
- Are available out of hours, work on an irregular shift pattern and willing to participate in additional overtime when requested.
- Are willing to carry a work phone and IPAD.
- Are available for out of hours work (including statutory holiday periods) and be on a call out rota (if required).
To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information document on our website.
Maintenance Officer employer: Queens University
As a Maintenance Officer at our University, you will join a supportive and dynamic work culture that values your skills and contributions. We offer competitive benefits, including an 18% shift allowance, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to work-life balance with no overnight shifts. Our focus on employee growth ensures that you can advance your career while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and staff.
