Facilities Assistant

1 month ago


Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

Fixed term for 2 years in the first instance

We have a fantastic opportunity to join the University of Oxford as a Facilities Assistant. The role is spread across 3 sites (Department of Statistics, MPLS Division and the Department of Earth Sciences).

You will join our highly experienced Buildings and Facilities Team and be part of world leading research in the Department of Statistics and Earth Sciences.

Your role will be varied and you will spend time on all three sites during the week. You will carry out general building related duties within the boundaries of the managed sites, carry out general duties as detailed by the Building and Facilities Manager such as reception duties, opening up and locking procedures, general cleaning duties, security related duties, cleaning duties, weekly fire alarm tests and building emergency light system testing. You will assist the Buildings and Facilities Manager in maintaining a high level of service to the building users as required over all 3 sites.

You will have literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to GCSE in Maths and English, knowledge of Microsoft Office and email and good interpersonal and organisational skills. You will also have an awareness of health and safety regulations and have previous experience in a customer service environment. A background in Building maintenance and working knowledge of Audio/visual aids and systems is desirable, but not essential.

For this role you will work with the Buildings and Facilities Manager at the Department of Earth Sciences, the Department of Statistics and at MPLS Division in Central Oxford.

We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual's unique contribution.

You will receive 38 days' annual leave inclusive of Bank Holiday and fixed closure dates, discounted travel, an excellent contributory pension scheme.

For further details of the role please see the job description. The post is available to start as soon as possible.

The deadline for applications is midday on 16th August 2024. Interviews will be held mid- September 2024 in the department.

You will be required to upload a CV and a Supporting Statement as part of your application. Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application.

Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in posts in the Department.

£23,706 to £25,138 per annum (Grade 3)



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