Estates Services, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3UB Are you a qualified electrician with strong maintenance experience, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to high-quality service delivery? Join the University of Oxford Technical Services Team and help maintain a diverse, and inspiring estate. Location: Estates Services, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3UB Salary: £34,982- £40,855 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent About Us The Technical Services within Estates Services is responsible for the repair and maintenance of Oxford University’s diverse estate. Our skilled, multidisciplinary team keeps everything running - from historic listed buildings to pioneering new facilities like the Life and Mind Building, and the Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, two landmark developments designed to shape the future of science, culture, and education on a global scale. 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 member of our Electrical Maintenance Team, you will deliver both planned and reactive electrical maintenance across a wide range of building systems. Your responsibilities will include maintaining lighting, small power, and plant systems; conducting electrical inspections; supervising specialist contractors; and contributing to energy efficiency initiatives. You will be involved in supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term improvements, including capital project handovers and environmental upgrades. You’ll have the autonomy to prioritise your work, while also collaborating closely with mechanical engineers, building managers, and sustainability specialists across the University.
About You
You will be a qualified electrician with:
6. A City & Guilds qualification (including 18th Edition and Test & Inspection)
7. Strong experience of electrical maintenance and fault-finding
8. Knowledge of BS 7671 and the Electricity at Work Regulations
9. The ability to work independently and as part of a team
10. Excellent communication skills and a proactive, customer-focused attitude
Application Process
11. A covering letter/supporting statement
12. Your CV
13. The details of two referees