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Job Title: Maintenance Assistant Location: Birmingham Salary: £23,028 - £25,733 per annum - SS1 Job type: Full time, Permanent UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating. The Role: University College Birmingham is seeking a dedicated and flexible Maintenance Assistant to join our fast-paced Estates Department. Your role will assist in ensuring that the University is maintained to the highest standard. You will be working with a welcoming and helpful team consisting of six other skilled maintenance operatives. You will provide both reactive and planned maintenance support, including statutory testing and basic repairs to electrical and mechanical systems and building fabric. You will also assist Maintenance Technicians and trades teams in their duties, ensuring the smooth operation of our facilities So, if you are interested, then please apply now. Benefits: Generous allocation of annual leave 29 days' paid leave per year 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme Employer Contributions - 20.9% Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service. Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology home and cycle. Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham Free on-site gym membership Extra Information: All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education. Closing date: Sunday 8 June 2025 Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Foreman, Trades, Electrician, Plumber, Electrical operative, Handyman, Skilled Tradesperson, Grounds, Multi Skilled Operative, General Maintenance, Building Services Operative, Skilled Labourer, Skilled Trades, Multi Trade, may also apply for this role.

Our client is a regionalised building services contractor with offices in locations across the UK, carrying out Mechanical & Electrical Engineering and Facilities services providing customers with building service solutions throughout the construction and operational phases of any building asset. Job Details Our client, an established nationwide FM maintenance service provider, are currently looking to employ an Multi skilled Fabric Technician carry out planned maintenance tasks and reactive repairs they should also have the ability to carry out minor Mechanical and Plumbing works. Job role All in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act requirement and to company safety procedures and contract specification. Adhere to the out of hours call out rota (as required). Correct and timely completion of paperwork according to company policy and procedure. Provide engineering condition reports and quotations. Logbook auditing. Good customer interface skills. Skills / Training Demonstrate competence in all areas of your primary trade (with valid certification) Delivery of service excellence Reasonable understanding and a proactive approach to the following other trade skills: City & Guilds in a building or related trade. If you do not hear from us within seven days, then your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Vital Human Resources is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. £33,000

COMPANY OVERVIEW Our client is a global facilities management and building services organisation who are looking to expand their already existing UK workforce of 8000+. They were founded in 1985 by a family and to this day they still are a family run company. Our client offers great opportunities of career progression and personal development through all of the Facilities Management sectors. Just this year alone they have provided over 5,709+ hours of training to their employees. Due to continued success within a major blue-chip contract, they are now recruiting for a Roofing Technician, who are skilled in carpentry maintenance covering sites throughout the Edinburgh area JOB PURPOSE The successful candidate will be required to carry out a multi-site role offering roofing maintenance services across a range of disciplines aimed at keeping services and costs in-house. The work includes a mix of PPM and reactive building roofing works internally and externally. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED You must have experience of working within a similar position in a retail or commercial environment and hold the following qualifications: An NVQ Level 2 Trade qualification CSCS Card Full UK Driving Licence The successful applicant will be competent in at least two of the following trades (one of which must be roofing): joinery, plumbing, plastering, tiling, groundworks, roofing, or glazing with an NVQ level 2 qualification in core trade (or equivalent). SALARY & BENEFITS Basic salary £32,656 - Company Van + Fuel Crad Hours 40 hrs per week Travel is paid door to door Overtime x 1.5 Standby £180 per week (4 weekly rota) - 13 monthly payments per annum (£2,340 on top of your salary) Healthcare Single BUPA PMI & Health Cash Plan Pension Contributory/matched up to 5% of basic salary We are also looking for a Roofers Mate / Labourer paying £24k, to pair with this role, so recommedations would be greatly appreicated. Please call Clare for more details on (phone number removed) and please apply to this advert to prompt a callback

Our client is a regionalised building services contractor with offices in locations across the UK, carrying out Mechanical & Electrical Engineering and Facilities services providing customers with building service solutions throughout the construction and operational phases of any building asset. Job Details Our client, an established nationwide FM maintenance service provider, are currently looking to employ an Multi skilled Fabric Technician carry out planned maintenance tasks and reactive repairs they should also have the ability to carry out minor Mechanical and Plumbing works. Job role All in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act requirement and to company safety procedures and contract specification. Adhere to the out of hours call out rota (as required). Correct and timely completion of paperwork according to company policy and procedure. Provide engineering condition reports and quotations. Logbook auditing. Good customer interface skills. Skills / Training Demonstrate competence in all areas of your primary trade (with valid certification) Delivery of service excellence Reasonable understanding and a proactive approach to the following other trade skills: City & Guilds in a building or related trade. If you do not hear from us within seven days, then your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Vital Human Resources is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. £15.90ph Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

Overview This role is to provide an effective maintenance, repair, and construction service throughout the company to minimise building defects, down time and maximise regular maintenance. Responsibilities Providing install works certification for all electrical works. Respond quickly to emergency situations. Perform routine maintenance on production equipment and perform repair on them when necessary. Troubleshooting: identify electrical issues and proffer logical solutions to them. Must be familiar with UK industrial and electrical laws. Good level of plumbing, know water regulations to carry out plumbing and statutory water duties at our locations. Customer Service: ability to relate with and work with several people irrespective of their background. Critical Thinking: once a problem is identified, industrial electricians should be able to deal with it critically. Carry out an intensive programme of planned preventive maintenance for all company buildings and utilities. Full, accurate and timely completion of all maintenance logs, schedules, etc. to comply with Health and Safety legislation and company, insurance, and ISO requirements, etc. Contact external contractors as required and accompany/assist them while on site. Ensure there are adequate supplies of spares on site for commonly used parts or those with a long lead time. Create & continuously update technical files for plant & equipment from liaison with suppliers, operator, or own knowledge, etc. Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly health and safety checks and inspections and takes timely corrective action. Report problems and/or unsafe practices to relevant Supervisor and Health and Safety, together with any recommendations for improvements. Ensure quality procedures relating to maintenance are followed e.g., calibration of measuring equipment. Communicate process changes to relevant parties in order that relevant follow up may be carried out, e.g., training. Ensure full and timely reporting of all major breakdowns, significant problems, repair requirements, delays, or machine down time to relevant personnel. Liaise with customers and suppliers as necessary to clarify technical details and overcome problems. Any other reasonable duties or project work which may be required by management from time to time. Qualifications QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE: 18th Edition Electrical or NVQ Level 2 in Electrical or Plumbing Excellent understanding of safety rules in an industrial setting Must be familiar with industrial and electrical laws. Must be able to work late hours and overnight and should be able to work weekends as well. Strong mechanical, analytical, and solution driven skills Excellent communication ability Able to maintain and build effective internal and external relationships. Ideally possess Mobile Boom certificate (IPAF) Who are Solus? Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.

Recognised as one of the South East’s leading independent facilities services, spanning all trades associated with building works, refurbishment, M&E and maintenance, this dynamic company are now looking to increase their maintenance team with a full time, permanent Maintenance Engineer / Commercial Handyperson / Handyman. MAINTENANCE ENGINEER / MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – LONDON & SOUTHEAST LOCATION: London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex. You may be looking for Commercial Maintenance/ Handyman jobs in Kent, Dartford, Bromley, Swanley, Bexley, Greenwich, SE London or Greater London. SALARY: £25K-£30K basic + paid travel (company van/ Oyster card), expenses, overtime benefits, pension. HOURS: Full Time, Permanent. Be part of an expanding facilities maintenance team, carrying out pre-planned and reactive maintenance works on commercial office buildings across London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex. Duties may include: * Lighting (changing bulbs and tubes). * Office carpets (tile replacement) * Fixtures and Fittings (hanging pictures & coat hooks, lose hinges & handles). * Electrical faults (fuse replacement, tripped switches). * Furniture building and repairs (office desks and office chairs). * Bathroom repairs (tiling/ water blockages and leaks). * General building repairs. You will be a qualified Maintenance Engineer / Maintenance Technician, with a solid background in Multi Trades: Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Tiling, Painting, having worked on Commercial Office Buildings, you will have the ability to use a smartphone/ tablet-based job system effectively. Previous roles may include Commercial Multi Trader, Commercial Handyman/ Handy woman/ Handyperson, Maintenance Technical, General Builder, Tradesperson or similar. If you are looking for Maintenance Engineer / ‘Handyman’ / Maintenance Technician jobs in London, click APPLY now! Please Note: Typhoon Recruitment Ltd provides online advertising and response management recruitment services and does not operate as an employment agency or business. If your details match our client's requirements, your personal information as provided on your CV, will be released to our client so they can assess your suitability for the opportunity advertised. Your details will only be used by us in relation to this specific opportunity. By applying to this advertisement and submitting your CV and/or cover letter, you give your express consent to us using your details for this purpose

Recognised as one of the South East’s leading independent facilities services, spanning all trades associated with building works, refurbishment, M&E and maintenance, this dynamic company are now looking to increase their maintenance team with a full time, permanent Maintenance Engineer / Commercial Handyperson / Handyman. MAINTENANCE ENGINEER / MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – LONDON & SOUTHEAST LOCATION: London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex. You may be looking for Commercial Maintenance/ Handyman jobs in Kent, Dartford, Bromley, Swanley, Bexley, Greenwich, SE London or Greater London. SALARY: £25K-£30K basic + paid travel (company van/ Oyster card), expenses, overtime benefits, pension. HOURS: Full Time, Permanent. Be part of an expanding facilities maintenance team, carrying out pre-planned and reactive maintenance works on commercial office buildings across London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex. Duties may include: * Lighting (changing bulbs and tubes). * Office carpets (tile replacement) * Fixtures and Fittings (hanging pictures & coat hooks, lose hinges & handles). * Electrical faults (fuse replacement, tripped switches). * Furniture building and repairs (office desks and office chairs). * Bathroom repairs (tiling/ water blockages and leaks). * General building repairs. You will be a qualified Maintenance Engineer / Maintenance Technician, with a solid background in Multi Trades: Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Tiling, Painting, having worked on Commercial Office Buildings, you will have the ability to use a smartphone/ tablet-based job system effectively. Previous roles may include Commercial Multi Trader, Commercial Handyman/ Handy woman/ Handyperson, Maintenance Technical, General Builder, Tradesperson or similar. If you are looking for Maintenance Engineer / ‘Handyman’ / Maintenance Technician jobs in London, click APPLY now! Please Note: Typhoon Recruitment Ltd provides online advertising and response management recruitment services and does not operate as an employment agency or business. If your details match our client's requirements, your personal information as provided on your CV, will be released to our client so they can assess your suitability for the opportunity advertised. Your details will only be used by us in relation to this specific opportunity. By applying to this advertisement and submitting your CV and/or cover letter, you give your express consent to us using your details for this purpose

Job Description Job Title:                              Woodwork Technician Reporting to:                      Outside Operations Manager Salary:                                   up to £26,000 per annum DOE Location:                              Tetbury, GL8 Job Type:                             Permanent Hours:                                    45 hours per week Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 5pm   Woodlodge Products Ltd is the UK’s leading supplier of garden pots with a reputation for excellence and expertise in the design and distribution of gardenware and horticulture products. The family business has been trading since 1987, prioritising quality and end-to-end customer service. Woodlodge distributes products to over 2,000 garden centres and retail outlets nationwide. We now have an opportunity for a Woodwork Technician to join our Workshop due to increased customer demand for pot benches and stands. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Comply with health, safety and environmental requirements, for example safe use of personal and respiratory protective equipment, local exhaust ventilation, statutory regulations and industry standards/codes of practice; Comply with organisational and statutory environmental and sustainability considerations, for example disposal of waste, recycling of materials and efficient use of resources; Plan work to undertake wood product manufacturing operations; Read and interpret specifications, diagrams and work instructions, and following these instructions; Select, set up and operate machinery, tools and equipment used to produce wood components; Use and maintain jigs and templates for wood product manufacturing operations; Position wood components and apply manual and mechanical cramps to ensure products are secured and in accordance with the work specification; Assemble wood components to the work specification and given tolerances; Sand materials and de-nib; Apply adhesives to wood components; Apply finishes to wood products, for example stains, sealers, basecoats and paint finishes; Instal fixtures and fittings to wood products, for example ironmongery, seals, ancillary metal work and fixings, nail plates and staples; Check and inspect work to ensure it meets the work specification; undertake rectification or rework where necessary; Report work outcomes and/or problems; Complete work documentation.   Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required Essential Hold minimum Level 2 NVQ/Equivalent in any Carpentry or Joinery specific Qualification and/or 2 years’ equivalent experience; Exceptional organisational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritise appropriately; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective team relationships; Capable of lifting heavy items on a regular basis; Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle due to remote location. Desirable Knowledge and understanding of the garden centre/wholesale/FMCG industry.   Personal Characteristics Tenacious with an eye for detail; Resilient and self-motivated; Ability to work under pressure; Trustworthy and reliable; Personable, team player but also able to work alone.   Company Benefits 22 days holiday plus bank holidays; Contributory pension scheme; Fresh fruit/refreshments in the office; Company social events; Death in service benefit of 3 x annual salary following successful completion of probation; Bonus scheme; EAP programme; An inclusive working environment; A friendly and supportive culture.

About us: Skills Construction Centre are a North West based training provider specialising in the construction sector. We currently have two centres whose work focuses on delivery of a range of training and assessment services. We deliver to industry employers, apprentices, schools, prisons and young people who are not currently in education or training and delivery of a range of qualifications within a multitude of construction trades. The Role The main purpose of this role is to ensure the smooth running of our Manchester based satellite centre on a day-to-day basis, and provide teaching support where required. The successful applicant will be the main point of contact for our new Manchester Centre, liaising with key stakeholders and the senior management team. This is a varied role and requires the appointed person to be well organised. Keen to handle multiple tasks, be flexible in their approach to work and able to manage a small team of tutors and technicians. Job details Manage Company facilities and Health & Safety equipment Act as Safeguarding lead for the centre Act as first point of contact for staff, students and visitors, dealing with enquiries and providing support Scheduling the use of training facilities. Liaising with Tutors and technicians to ensure courses are suitably staffed. Maintain stocks of materials. Curriculum planning & Staff Management Act as Quality Assurance lead for Centre Ordering equipment and supplies. Manage all Fire Safety matters including safety compliance, fire tests, fore drills, fire risk assessments and appropriate services of equipment. You may be required to support the HR department at head office with any staff related HR issues as appropriate. The Post Holder will be required to undertake and enhanced DBS check on appointment Required Skills The ability to multitask proficiently and work well under pressure Be conscientious and well organised with the ability to adapt to change High attention to detail People Management Curriculum Planning I.T. Skills Capable of working autonomously Be able to demonstrate prior experience in a similar role Qualifications Essential Level 4 in Internal Quality Assurance PGCE Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths & English Be qualified to minimum level 3 within a construction discipline and have demonstrable occupational competence Desirable Ability to teach to HNC Level Hours of work 37.5 hours per week