Maintenance Assistant

This role will be based on the University campus. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Do you have experience of working within a grounds, building maintenance or facilities support environment? Are you able to build and maintain effective working relationships? Would you like to join a team supporting the estate at the University of Leeds?  

With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will be a key part of  a busy and growing team. The team undertakes varied support activities including deliveries, office relocation's, external maintenance and supporting the set up of events across the University.  

You will be able to undertake significant levels of manual handling and be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.  

Managed Services staff are required to provide a flexible service, working as necessary to meet the needs of the business, this would normally equate to a 35 hour working week, 5 days over 7. Generally your normal working hours will be 8am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday working every 4^th Saturday; however flexibility is particularly required due to seasonal variations, customer requirements and University events e.g. open days, large conferences and degree ceremonies.

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at: www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas.

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Paul Tara, Maintenance Co-ordinator

Email: P.A.Taras@leeds.ac.uk

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