Plumbing and Maintenance Technician Location: Cirencester, GL7 6JS Salary: £25,138 - £29,605 per annum depending on experience The Royal Agricultural University (RAU) has been at the forefront of agricultural education and a key contributor to the land-based sector for more than 175 years. We pride ourselves in combining knowledge and industry connections with an innovative and forward-thinking approach. The Role We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and flexible Plumber and Maintenance Technician to join the Estates Team, offering a reactive service and maintaining all plumbing and drainage systems and ancillary plant in university owned properties across all our campus and sites. The purpose of this role is to ensure the effective maintenance, repair, and installation of plumbing and drainage systems, as well as to perform a range of general maintenance tasks across all University-owned properties, including campuses and sites. The Plumbing and Maintenance Technician will be responsible for conducting routine inspections, planned preventative maintenance, and responding to reactive service requests. In addition to plumbing duties, the role also involves carrying out various maintenance tasks, such as working with air handling plants, carpentry, painting, decorating, and general building upkeep. The post holder will deliver a professional, efficient, and customer-focused service, ensuring that all work aligns with the University's objectives and Service Level Agreements while adhering to health, safety, and environmental regulations. Skills & Qualifications The successful applicant will ideally possess the following skills and qualifications: Standard of education to GCSE level or equivalent Experienced and competent in all aspects of planned, preventative & day to day plumbing reactive maintenance issues. Recognised time served apprenticeship, and relevant C&G/NVQ Level 3 qualifications or equivalent. Awareness of current statutory requirements, including a broad knowledge H&S and the risk assessment process. Competent IT skills –Windows, Microsoft Office & outlook / email Current driving licence or equivalent mobility Comfortable lifting and moving machinery and plant - up to 25 kg Ability to communicate at all levels Benefits 30 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts) Pension Scheme Free Parking on-site Free Shuttle Bus from Campus to Cirencester Town Centre Discounted Catering Facilities Discounted on-site Gym. Free Library Services Employee Assistance Programme Occupational Health and Counselling Services Cycle to Work Scheme Staff Development Opportunities To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to join the team at the Royal Agricultural University, then please submit an Application Form together with the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form which can be found on our website. https:// RAU are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from candidates of all ethnic backgrounds. Application closing date : 18 September 2024 Interviews: 27 September 2024