Jobs, fresher vacancy - Works & Maintenance Technician • Oxford

Company: Manpower UK - RISE

Oxford

Manpower Recruitment are working with an Established College in Oxford City Centre, who require a Full Time Works & Maintenance Technician The Salary is £26,023 to £28,309 per annum (depending on experience), working 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) 08.00 am to 4.00 pm, with no additional call outs. A Full UK Driving licence would be needed for this role Overview of the Role The College invites applications for the position of Works & Maintenance Technician and is looking for a motivated and talented person to join our small team. The purpose of the job is to carry out, under the direction of the Buildings & Facilities manager and the works & maintenance supervisor, reactive, planned and regulatory maintenance and repairs on College buildings, in addition to ensuring utilities, plant, machinery and equipment are also correctly maintained. Key duties and responsibilities Carry out emergency repairs such as domestic plumbing, changing light bulbs, lock issues, minor furniture repairs, and a wide range of basic general repairs and general maintenance work to all College buildings; this is in accordance with the College fault reporting system. Implement planned and regulatory maintenance on college buildings such as fire door checks, fire call point testing, emergency light testing, water regime testing & meter readings. Complete small project works such as decorating, carpentry, tiling and any other finishing trades. Update the maintenance register of risk assessments, COSHH paperwork, emergency light tests, fire control and any other regulatory or planned works. Ensure that chemicals are safely stored, and their use properly recorded. Identify and quantify materials required for maintenance tasks and collect materials from merchants if required using College vehicle. Undertake the necessary training and attend refresher courses as and when required to be able to fulfil the duties of the post. Draw future maintenance requirements to the attention of the Site Manager and the Works & Maintenance Supervisor. Work with and assist other members of the department, in carrying out day-to-day general maintenance work Adhere to the College's Health and Safety Policy, carrying out duties in accordance with training and instruction received and informing the Site Manager of any potential hazard or danger. Always take reasonable care to guard personal safety and the safety of all persons who may be affected by the jobholder's actions at work. Ensure correct use of all College power tools and equipment, keeping them in good working condition. Wearing Personal Protective Equipment as required and carrying out work in a safe and appropriate manner. Assist with keeping the maintenance workshop clean and maintained to a standard compliant with current safety regulations and the College Health and Safety Policy. Always carry a college mobile (switched on) and communicate with other members of staff, as appropriate, to carry out work with minimum disruption. Adopt a flexible approach towards the duties, and show a willingness to take on new responsibilities, and/or undergo further training in line with the development of the position and changing demands/circumstances within the College. Drive the College van when necessary. Update the servicing and MOT when required. Provide cover for other maintenance staff and the Works & Maintenance Supervisor during holidays, sickness, and peaks in workloads. A competent knowledge of carpentry, domestic plumbing, tiling, painting, glazing and general maintenance. The Ideal Candidate Team player, supporting other trades within the department, and the ability to work on your own initiative, willing to work with external contractors when required. Good interpersonal skills and a flexible and helpful approach to work duties. Be committed to delivering a high level of customer service and be organised and able to work methodically in a safe, clean and tidy manner. A positive and helpful attitude towards work and colleagues. Computer literacy to access the computerised maintenance log and update the system when tasks are completed (training will be provided). Ability to use power equipment (with training), walk up and down stairs without difficulty, carry reasonable loads unassisted and work at heights using ladders and tower scaffolding. Hold a current valid driving licence and be able and willing to drive the College vehicle to carry out work duties. Speak, read, and write English in order to be able to follow work instructions, procedures and health and safety requirements. Benefits Holiday Entitlement 41 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time staff) inclusive of all public holidays and College closure days. You will be contractually enrolled into the University of Oxford Staff Pension Scheme (OSPS) from the commencement of your employment. Meal Entitlement of Coffee, tea, and lunch, whilst on duty, will be provided free of charge except during any kitchen closure period. Employees will be eligible for a discounted travel to work scheme for the purchase of bus and train tickets. A uniform will be provided. If interested, please get in touch with a Manpower Representative.