Maintenance Handyperson (Buildings)

Oxford Brookes University is looking to recruit an experienced, reliable and highly motivated Maintenance Handyperson (Buildings) as a member of the Estates Team to undertake planned, preventative and responsive maintenance across residential and academic buildings within the University Estate, working on both commercial and domestic buildings. Maintenance Handyperson (Buildings) play a proactive role within a motivated and innovative team, delivering key objectives to meet directorate and university wide requirements.

As one of the largest employers in Oxford we pride ourselves in the great experience we offer our staff. You’ll be joining a friendly, professional environment where every member of staff is recognised as important to the success of Oxford Brookes University. This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Maintenance Team for our Estates & Campus Services Department. The University has adopted equity, diversity and inclusion as core values. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates whatever their background, and especially from BAME candidates who are under-represented in our workforce, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. Applicants with a disability can be reassured that Oxford Brookes is a Disability Confident employer . As a Disability Confident employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

Working hours for a Maintenance Handyperson (Buildings)

This is a full time post which is 37 hours, typically Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm, but Oxford Brookes is supportive of flexible working, part time working and job sharing. Applicants who would like to have a working arrangement like this are encouraged to apply for this post. If you would like to speak to discuss this role further please contact Steve Holtom, Senior Estates & Electrical Services Manager, sbholtom@brookes.ac.uk so that arrangements can be made to hold a telephone call or video call.

Overall Purpose of the post of Maintenance Handyperson (Buildings):

To carry out planned, preventative and reactive building services across the University’s Estate, including maintenance of service records, maintenance schedules and Service Desk PPM's.

Qualifications and Experience for the post of Maintenance Handyperson (Buildings):

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job, but we realise the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist. So, if you are excited about working for us, go ahead and apply. You could be exactly what we need.

Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English or equivalent; City and Guilds or NVQ2 qualification in an appropriate trade or a recognised apprenticeship in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent qualification, or qualified through proven practical experience in a related discipline.

Experience: Previous experience of  in mechanical, buildings or electrical services maintenance.

Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.

Benefits

As a Maintenance Handyperson (Buildings) you will also enjoy the benefits of working at Oxford Brookes University with up to 38 days holiday, rising to 41 days holiday (this includes 13 Bank Holidays and Concessionary Days), a generous Local Government pension scheme (14.7% Employer contribution rate), cycle to work scheme and access to a variety of university facilities (NHS Dentist, Brookes Nursery, Gym and sports facilities). For more information about benefits please see the document "All about Brookes" via 'Apply'.

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