Building Services Technician (Shift Plant Operator)

We are seeking a Building Services Technician (Shift Plant Operator) to join our Estates & Facilities team. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day monitoring and adjustment of plant systems, including steam-raising boiler plant and associated equipment, ensuring efficient operation within a framework of best value.

You will also interrogate and adjust Building Management Systems (BMS) via a site-based PC, respond to alarms, and assist with installation, improvement, and maintenance activities across the University estate. Occasional visits to plant rooms and other University areas will form part of your daily routine.

The current rotation includes 6am 2pm, 2pm 10pm and 10pm 6am. Followed by two weeks of 8am 4pm, Monday to Friday.

About You

Have relevant experience in plant monitoring and adjustment, including steam-raising boiler plant, or significant experience in electrical, mechanical, or building services disciplines.

NVQ Level 2 in Engineering Maintenance (or equivalent) preferred.

Ability to work to tight deadlines, at height, in confined spaces, and in hazardous areas.

Working knowledge (or willingness to train) in Health & Safety legislation, mechanical regulations, steam plant systems, and IT to ECDL standard.

As one of the leading Universities our employees enjoy exclusive access to excellent benefits and schemes including:

• An annual pay review, plus incremental salary increases within grade
• Exceptional performance award scheme
• The Universities Superannuation Pension Scheme (USS), with generous employer monthly pension contribution (currently 21.4%)
• Generous Annual Leave plus public holidays and Christmas/New Year amounting to 41 days
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program access - for health support, financial advice

To find out more about us please visit https://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments will be made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please be aware that due to the number of applications we unfortunately may not able to provide individual feedback on your application.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Business Support Team

Email: FMCOperationalServices@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

Jobtrain: 0161 850 2004 https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.