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Facilities Officer – Student Engagement and Security (x2 Posts)

University of Huddersfield - Estates & Facilities

Location: Huddersfield
Salary: £24,484 to £26,587 pro rata
Hours: Part Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 3rd July 2025
Closes: 30th July 2025
Job Ref: R7906

Estates & Facilities
£24,484 - £26,587 per annum, pro rata
Permanent
25 hours per week, 36 weeks per year (aligned with the 3 academic terms)
Working hours are normally 15:00 – 20:00, Monday to Friday

We are seeking proactive and approachable Facilities Officers – Student Engagement and Security to join our Estates and Facilities team during the academic term weeks.

In this highly visible, front-line role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and positive experience of our students, staff, and visitors. Your presence on campus will foster a sense of community while maintaining a secure and well-maintained environment.

Key responsibilities include patrolling campus buildings and grounds to ensure safety, security, and compliance with university policies and engaging confidently with students to encourage positive behaviour and address conduct concerns sensitively. You will respond promptly to incidents, emergencies, and alarms, providing accurate and detailed reports, and will assist with fire safety, evacuations, and first aid as required.

You’ll be part of a dedicated and supportive team committed to enhancing the student experience. We offer development opportunities, training, and the chance to make a real difference in the university community.

As Facilities Officer – Student Engagement and Security, you will have a Skills for Life English and Maths qualification or an equivalent standard (GCSEs at Grade E/2) or above, and - due to the nature of the job, moving around campus - a full and valid UK driving licence. 

You will have basic IT skills including the use of email and other IT packages to deliver the role, as well as experience of working in a facilities, cleaning or security environment, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage with students and staff alike.

Please note that there will be a requirement for post holders to be available for work and flexible during University VIP events, Open Days, and Awards Ceremonies.

The University is deeply committed to equality and diversity for all its students and staff. We seek to be diverse and inclusive, supporting individuals and groups to fulfil their potential and nurture a sense of belonging. We strive to be an accessible, inclusive employer, removing barriers for all. Find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including our commitments and accreditations as a Disability Confident Employer, Stonewall Gold Award holder and Top 100 Employer, Athena SWAN Bronze Award holder and Race Equality Charter Bronze Award holder.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further or have any questions about the role, please contact Sam Harding.

For further details about this post and to make an application, please visit our website.

Closing date: 30 July 2025.
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