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Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom University of Essex Full time

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical) to join our Estates and Campus Services team at the University of Essex. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for maintaining and developing our plumbing and HVAC systems in accordance with our policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background with experience in plumbing, drainage, and HVAC maintenance. They will have achieved an industry-recognised qualification (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) and possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. They will be comfortable dealing with a variety of situations and tasks while under pressure, maintaining a professional and positive attitude at all times.

We are seeking both Competent Persons (CP) and Authorised Persons (AP) as part of this vacancy. The post holder will be responsible for installing new plant, equipment, and services, as well as carrying out the full planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) programme of works on all plumbing and HVAC systems. They will work to manuals, instructions, drawings, and specifications without direct supervision.

It is essential that the successful candidate can demonstrate experience in the maintenance of commercial/industrial and domestic plumbing and HVAC supplies. They must be able to communicate effectively and be willing to learn new methods of working, showing flexibility where required.

The role requires the successful candidate to work on a rota basis, covering a shift system of 7am – 7pm, with weekend working expected to be 1 weekend in 6. The post holder will also be expected to cover the 'on-call' rota, responding to out-of-hours emergencies, which is anticipated to be 1 week in 12.

About Estates and Campus Services

Estates and Campus Services supports the study and work of all students and staff through the provision of outstanding services that are customer-focused and professionally and sustainably delivered. We are responsible for maintaining and developing the campuses' buildings and grounds and the provision of customer-led services such as campus security, student accommodation, catering, conferencing, nursery provision, and sport.

Estates and Campus Services is a section of over 700 staff, organised into twelve main operational areas and a number of central support functions. The site is operational 365 days a year, and the role requires the successful candidate to work on a rota basis.