Building Services Operative - Mechanical (Plumber)

Estates & Capital Developments

Location: Aston University Main Campus
Salary: £25,742 to £27,979 per annum and exceptionally to £29,762. The role also attracts a £3,000 per annum market pay supplement.
Grade: Grade 06
Contract Type: Permanent
Basis: Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 19 March 2024
Interview Date: Friday 29 March 2024
Reference: R240016

The Estates & Capital Development Department is an internal Department of Aston University, supporting the University in its core business of education and research. The department undertakes reactive and planned maintenance with an in-house team and outsourced contract works, which undertakes refurbishments and new builds to suit the needs of the University and leads on the environmental sustainability of the organisation.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a mechanical operative to join a busy Maintenance & Engineering Team within the Estates and Capital Developments department at Aston University.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the successful candidates will have a mechanical bias and will join the M+E team undertaking planned maintenance, reactive repairs, and minor installation of pipework, plumbing and ventilation systems at the Aston University Birmingham City Centre campus and Recreation Centre in Walsall.

The role also attracts a £3,000 per annum market pay supplement.

All tools / PPE will be provided

Attractive pension scheme is available

Discounted Gym Membership

25 days annual leave + 13 Bank Holidays and university closure days

Accuracy, attention to detail and a high level of organisation are a prerequisite. A strong customer service focus is essential, along with the ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with a wide range of internal contacts at various levels.

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address, will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace.

We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.