Job Description
Job Title: General Maintenance OperativeLocation: BirminghamSalary: £29,605 – £32,982 per annum – SS4Job type: Permanent, Full TimeUniversity College Birmingham is seeking a self-motivated, multi-skilled General Tradesperson to join our busy and proactive Estates team, to support the maintenance of our portfolio of university buildings both academic and residential. Duties will range from reactive maintenance and repairs to carrying out planned preventative maintenance and project work.For this position, you must have: Experience in general building maintenance, including installation, fault-finding, and repairs.A recognised qualification or apprenticeship in a relevant trade, such as electrical work, plumbing, carpentry, or a similar field.The ability to deliver exceptional levels of customer service.Excellent initiative and problem-solving skills.The ability to collaborate effectively within a team. In addition to specific trade duties, the post-holder will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the University Estate, working alongside skilled colleagues. Multi-trade experience would be highly advantageous.Benefits: Generous allocation of annual leave 26 days’ paid leave per year12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme Employer Contributions – LGPS – 20.9% Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement supportAnnual health MOTs with our Registered NurseExcellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorshipA variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology and cycle.Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central BirminghamFree on-site gym membership Extra Information:All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.Closing Date – Sunday 29th September 2024Interview Dates – TBCUCB is an equal opportunities employer.Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.Candidates with experience of: Handy Person, Handyman, Plumber, Painter, Decorator, Building Maintenance, Builder, General Builder, Installations, Pipe Repairs, Kitchen Maintenance, Bathroom Maintenance, Kitchen Repairs, Bathroom Repairs, Boiler Services, Electrical Services, Builder, Property Maintenance may also be considered for this role.