General Repairs Assistant
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Job Summary
Ready to help keep our campuses safe welcoming and running smoothly
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Oaklands College for a hardworking and proactive General Repairs Assistant to join our Estates & Facilities team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys practical hands-on work and takes pride in maintaining high standards across a busy educational environment.
As part of the Estates & Facilities team you will play a vital role in ensuring our buildings classrooms workshops grounds and communal areas remain safe functional and well-presented for students staff and visitors. Working across our campuses you will support both planned maintenance and reactive repairs while contributing to the smooth day-to-day operation of the College.
As a General Repairs Assistant you will support the maintenance and upkeep of Oaklands Colleges estate carrying out a wide range of repair maintenance porterage and facilities-related duties. You will undertake minor repairs assist with basic plumbing and carpentry tasks support decorating projects and help maintain the overall appearance and functionality of the campus environment.
A key aspect of the role will be responding promptly to maintenance requests and carrying out routine inspections of classrooms workshops corridors offices and communal areas. You will help identify faults report hazards and ensure that repairs are completed efficiently to minimise disruption to teaching and learning activities.
You will assist with planned preventative maintenance programmes compliance checks and health and safety activities including fire equipment checks emergency lighting inspections temperature monitoring and general estate maintenance. Working safely and professionally at all times you will contribute towards maintaining a compliant and secure campus environment.
The role also involves supporting college events examinations enrolment activities open days careers fairs inductions and other student-facing activities through the preparation and organisation of rooms furniture equipment and facilities. You will work closely with Estates Grounds Cleaning Porterage and Operations colleagues to ensure the College continues to operate efficiently and effectively.
You will assist with maintaining external areas across the campus including landscaping support pathway clearance litter removal seasonal maintenance activities and ensuring safe access during adverse weather conditions. You will also support contractors on site ensuring adherence to College procedures and health and safety requirements.
Above all you will take pride in delivering excellent customer service to staff students visitors and stakeholders helping create a positive learning environment across Oaklands College.
Previous experience in a maintenance facilities estates operations porterage or property support environment.
Experience working within a manual or practical role involving maintenance and repairs.
Experience carrying out general repair and maintenance tasks across a range of building environments.
Experience working within an educational setting would be advantageous.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance and compliance activities is desirable.
Good practical skills across a variety of maintenance disciplines.
Basic building maintenance DIY carpentry decorating and minor repair skills.
Understanding of manual handling requirements and workplace safety practices.
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.
Comfortable using maintenance management systems and digital tools where required.
Reliable dependable and professional.
Flexible and adaptable to changing operational requirements.
Positive and approachable attitude when supporting staff and students.
Takes ownership and responsibility for tasks and emergency situations.
Committed to maintaining a safe clean and secure environment.
Willingness to work occasional early mornings evenings or weekends when required to support operational needs and College events.
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.
Dedicated to equality diversity and inclusion.
Willingness to undertake mandatory training and continuous professional development.
Understanding of health and safety responsibilities and safe working practices.
At Oaklands we care about your wellbeing and development. Thats why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health happiness and success all within a welcoming inclusive and values-driven work environment where your contribution truly matters.
Free access to our on-site gym at the St Albans campus (time restrictions may apply)
Financial wellbeing support including savings on beauty treatments Lambing Weekend our on-site zoo travel via the UNO Bus Scheme and more
Cycle to Work Scheme promoting active travel and healthy living
Generous holiday allowance giving you the time to rest and recharge
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) with free Adult Community Learning courses and staff training opportunities
Staff Development Days & Awards celebrating your achievements and recognising your impact
Mental Health & Wellbeing Support including confidential resources and guidance
Employee Assistance Programme offering advice and support
Mental Health Peer Supporters
Eye Care Voucher Scheme
Oaklands College is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Oaklands College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all students and all staff (including agency and hourly paid staff) irrespective of position or role within the College together with Governors volunteers contractors and partners to share this commitment.
We review applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of interest. Dont wait apply today and become part of something meaningful.
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