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Maintenance Operative

University of Buckingham - Estates

Location: Buckingham
Salary: £29,568
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 12th August 2025
Closes: 12th September 2025
Job Ref: 37
 

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Multi-Trade Operative to join our dedicated Maintenance Team, providing essential routine, planned, and preventative maintenance across the University of Buckingham’s diverse estates. This is an exciting opportunity for a versatile individual with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional service to staff, students, and guests to the University.

The ideal candidate will be a general all-rounder with keen attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a passion for customer service. You will thrive in a customer-facing role and play a key part in ensuring the seamless operation of the University’s facilities.

This role offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity within a collaborative team environment. If you are a skilled Multi-Trade Operative with a passion for customer service and a proactive approach to maintenance, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our Maintenance team at the University of Buckingham.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform repairs across the University of Buckingham Estates within multiple trade disciplines such as basic plumbing and electrical works along with carpentry, brickwork, tiling, roofing, furniture and equipment repairs.
  • Conduct estate condition surveys and produce clear, actionable reports for the Team Leader.
  • Perform both reactive and planned preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring compliance with current regulations and University standards.
  • Undertake authorised development and adaptation tasks as directed by management.
  • Work in line with Health & Safety legislation and best practices, including completing risk assessments and method statements as required.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including work requests, store requisitions ensuring all required documentation is completed.
  • Participate in relevant training programs to stay informed on industry developments and regulatory changes.
  • Collaborate with other maintenance operatives, external contractors, and specialist engineers to maintain the estate across all disciplines.
  • Be available for emergency call-outs, including those outside of normal working hours, as part of the standby rota.
  • Support the delivery of services for key University events, including occasional weekend work as necessary.
  • Adhere to the "one team approach," providing support and covering duties in other areas of the Estates Department as needed.

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