Maintenance Plumbing and Heating Engineer, Estates and Campus Services

2 weeks ago


Colchester, United Kingdom University of Essex Full time

We are looking for a Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical) for working on our Plumbing and HVAC systems in accordance with the University of Essex policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical background with experience in plumbing, drainage and HVAC maintenance and will have achieved an industry recognised qualification (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent). They will have the ability to work both individually and as part of a team and be able to deal with a variety of situations or tasks whilst under pressure. They will be comfortable in dealing with difficult situations whilst always maintaining a professional and positive attitude.

We are seeking both Competent Persons (CP) and Authorised Persons (AP) as part of this vacancy. 

The post holder will be expected to install new plant, equipment and services, and will be responsible for carrying out the full planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) programme of works on all plumbing and HVAC systems. Additionally, the post holder will be working 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.

The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively, and is willing to learn new methods of working, showing flexibility where required.

The site is operational 365 days a year and the role requires the successful candidate to work on a rota basis.

Hours of work are 36 hours per week, to be worked over a shift system of 7am – 7pm. Weekend working is expected to be 1 weekend in 6 but flexibility is required. The post holder will be expected to cover the ‘on-call’ rota, responding to out of hours emergencies, which is anticipated to be 1 week in 12.

This advert is part of a ‘rolling’ recruitment campaign with no definitive closing date. Applications received will be assessed on a weekly basis and candidates notified of the outcome of their application as soon as possible.

Please note, appointment will be made as 'Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical)'.

About Estates

Estates and Campus Services supports the study and work of all students and staff through the provision of outstanding services that are customer focussed 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, a section of over 700 staff, is 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.



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