Estates Services, Oxford Are you an experienced Building Fabric Technician looking to make a meaningful impact? Join our Estates Services - Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) team at the University of Oxford to ensure our world-class estate is maintained to the highest standard, supporting research, teaching, and student life across one of the UK’s most prestigious universities. Location: South Parks Road, Oxford (with carpentry workshop at the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter) Salary: £32,108 - £37,338 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent About Us The Estates Services team ensures the maintenance and care of the University’s built estate, comprising over 300 specialist buildings including research labs, lecture halls, libraries, museums, sports facilities, and accommodation. The Building Fabric Team plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient maintenance, working closely with technical, administrative, and departmental teams to provide responsive, customer-focused service across the estate. What We Offer Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
1. 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
2. One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
3. An excellent contributory pension scheme.
4. Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
5. Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.
About the Role As a Building Fabric Technician, you will be at the forefront of maintaining Oxford’s world-class estate, delivering both reactive and planned maintenance across a wide range of buildings. You will carry out repairs and maintenance across the estate, with a particular focus on carpentry tasks including door/window repairs, shelving, office alterations, and furniture installation. You will work closely with the Building Fabric Team Leader and other DLO colleagues to prioritise tasks, coordinate support from other trades, and ensure all work meets safety, quality, and customer service standards. Using our CAFM system (Planon), you will record and track progress, ensuring transparency and efficiency across all maintenance activities. This role offers the opportunity to develop your technical expertise and contribute to the smooth running of one of the world’s leading university estates, while working as part of a collaborative and skilled team committed to excellence in service delivery. About You
6. NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification in property maintenance, carpentry, bricklaying, or a relevant trade.
7. Extensive experience in construction-related work, particularly carpentry
8. Capable of undertaking manual work safely, including lifting and working at heights.
9. Awareness of construction site health and safety policies and a commitment to safe working practices.
10. Professional, customer-focused approach, able to liaise effectively with colleagues, contractors, and building users.
11. Full UK driving licence
Sponsorship and Right to Work This role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. We are therefore unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Application Process
12. A covering letter/supporting statement
13. Your CV
14. The details of two referees