Job Title
Tradesperson (Multi Skilled)
Location
Location: Bath, Somerset - Locksbrook Campus
Department
Department: Estates & Services
Compensation
Compensation: Grade 5 - Starting from £29,588 rising to £33,002 per annum
Application Deadline
Application Deadline: 30 November 2025
Description
We have an excellent opportunity for a Multiskilled tradesperson to join our team. You will be carrying out planned and reactive buildings maintenance across all University sites and will receive full training to bring you up to speed on all the systems we operate. The role does involve working with HVAC so knowledge in this area is desirable, however all trades are encouraged to apply if you have a desire to learn. Interviews will be ongoing and the job will close once all positions are filled.
About the Role
As a Multiskilled tradesperson, you will carry out reactive repairs and planned small works across all trade disciplines, subject to experience and qualifications, as well as PPM inspections and H&S compliance. Your role will include performing regular checks on HVAC systems, minor electrical and mechanical repairs, and a range of building maintenance tasks—from plastering and painting to basic plumbing and carpentry. Experience in handling general repairs, managing materials, and working with contractors is essential. You will be a team player as we are a small team and rely on each other to help out when needed, equally, you will be confident to work under your own supervision. A commitment to safety, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn new skills are key. You will be travelling between different sites in university vehicles so a clean UK driving licence is essential.
About You
* Trade qualification.
* Recent maintenance work experience.
* H&S systems experience (RAMS, site inductions etc.).
* IT literate.
* H&S training (IPAF, PASMA etc.).
* Building management system experience.
* Safety systems testing experience.
Additional Information
For further information on the essential and desirable skills we’re looking for, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Special Conditions
* The post holder will be required to visit all parts of the University’s estate to inspect work carried out and assess needs that arise, this may involve entering roof spaces, cellars and other relatively inaccessible places.
* This post is subject to a basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check. (See Policy Attached)
* Ideally, you will have a City & Guilds or equivalent in a recognised trade discipline as well as previous experience working in a university, college or other education establishment.
* A strong knowledge of H&S and the ability to liaise with contractors, ensuring they are following their RAMS, is desirable.
* Be able to communicate with stakeholders at all levels and generally, have a positive, can-do attitude.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including:
* Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement.
* Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
* Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling.
* Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work.
* Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app.
For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/
Contact
For informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Adrian Blake on 01225876117 or a.blake@bathspa.ac.uk.
Compliance
Please note that as of April 2024, there has been a change in the UK’s sponsorship threshold. Regrettably as the salary for this role falls beneath this, you will not be eligible for sponsorship therefore your application will automatically be rejected.
Early Closure
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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