Building Services Technician

4 days ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy Full time

Applications are open for a permanent part time (0.6FTE) Building Service Technician role based in the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre (JCBC) - a state-of-the-art research building located on the Biomedical Campus which opened in 2019 and houses up to 900 staff in three separate research Institutes.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Building Services Team, supporting the efficient and effective functioning of the JCBC and the research groups based here. This is a dynamic role and it is expected that the post holder will work on a rotational basis to manage key tasks, in addition to any ad hoc duties as they arise.

Responsibilities
We are looking for motivated individuals with a can-do approach who is keen to meet the varied workload. Key duties and responsibilities include:

  • distribution and collection of parcels and incoming mail
  • collection of hazardous waste from labs and collection points
  • assisting in cleaning and distribution of glassware
  • assisting in media preparation and autoclaving
  • filling liquid nitrogen vessels and changing gas cylinders
  • water safety maintenance duties
  • assisting the senior Building Service Technicians with minor maintenance tasks
  • assisting with fire testing procedures
  • providing furniture and managing room layouts for events.

The successful candidates will need to demonstrate good organisational and prioritisation skills, excellent levels of communication and interpersonal skills, knowledge of laboratory environments and associated hazards and IT competence. The post holder may be required to attend training sessions associated with tasks relevant to this role. Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous.

The post is permanent and available for 20hrs per week.

For queries regarding this post, please contact Dr Claire Williams (JCBC Building Services Co-ordinator) email:

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Closing date: 23rd November 2025

Interview date: 3rd December 2025

Please quote reference PS47797 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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