Overview
Maintenance Technician - Multi Skilled (Fabric)
Location: Cirencester, GL7 6JS
Salary: Grade 5, £26,707 - £31,236 per annum depending on experience
Vacancy Type: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)
Flexible working options considered
The Royal Agricultural University "RAU" has been at the forefront of agricultural education for 180 years and is globally renowned for its links with industry and courses that are designed to meet the demands of the changing land-based sector.
The RAU is set in beautiful surroundings and offers a range of Staff Benefits including a 35-hour working week, a generous 30 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, free and guaranteed parking on campus, discounted catering facilities, discounted onsite gym, free library services, employee assistance programme, occupational health and counselling services, cycle to work scheme and staff development opportunities.
Role
We are looking for an experienced technician to join the University's Maintenance Technician team, part of the wider Estates and IT directorate. The Maintenance team ensure the upkeep, repairs and general maintenance of the University's buildings fabric, with particular emphasis on the electrical or mechanical services and equipment, is carried out safely and efficiently.
This role reports to the Estates Team Leader but will need to be able to communicate appropriately with all levels across the University in order to carry out tasks and duties effectively.
Responsibilities
* Carry out upkeep, repairs and general maintenance of the University's buildings fabric, with particular emphasis on electrical or mechanical services and equipment, safely and efficiently.
* Communicate effectively with colleagues across the University to carry out tasks and duties.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will be educated to GCSE level or equivalent and have qualifications or equivalent experience in a maintenance/service environment, or electrical or mechanical or similar installation background. They will be competent with Microsoft Office, and a current driving license or equivalent mobility is essential. The successful candidate must also be comfortable lifting and moving equipment weighing up to 25kg.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Royal Agricultural University, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
https://www.rau.ac.uk/about-rau/work-for-us
Closing Date
Closing Date: Wednesday 15 th October 2025
Interviews: Friday 24 th October 2025
Equal Opportunity
The RAU is an equal opportunities employer, and we particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the RAU at this level
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