Facilities Maintenance Technician
| Posting date: | 02 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,031 to £31,236 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 March 2026 |
| Location: | East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Glasgow |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 191853 |
Summary
College of Science & Engineering
Scottish Universities Environmental Research Centre (SUERC)
Based in East Kilbride
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Vacancy Reference: 191853
Salary: Grade 5, £28,031 - £31,236 per annum
The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 575 years, and we are one of the world's top 100 universities, ranked 12th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2024, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Facilities Maintenance Technician to join the University on a permanent basis.
In this role, the successful candidate will provide in-depth technical expertise in facilities maintenance and building systems, ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of SUERC’s infrastructure in support of research activities.
The postholder will deliver proactive and reactive maintenance, diagnose and resolve faults across electrical, mechanical, and building systems, and advise on best practice for installation, repair, and operational reliability. In addition, the role will contribute to energy efficiency, safety compliance, and continuous improvement of facilities services.
This post is full time (35 hours per week) and is offered on an open-ended basis.
Scottish Universities Environmental Research Centre (SUERC)
Based in East Kilbride
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Vacancy Reference: 191853
Salary: Grade 5, £28,031 - £31,236 per annum
The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 575 years, and we are one of the world's top 100 universities, ranked 12th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2024, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Facilities Maintenance Technician to join the University on a permanent basis.
In this role, the successful candidate will provide in-depth technical expertise in facilities maintenance and building systems, ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of SUERC’s infrastructure in support of research activities.
The postholder will deliver proactive and reactive maintenance, diagnose and resolve faults across electrical, mechanical, and building systems, and advise on best practice for installation, repair, and operational reliability. In addition, the role will contribute to energy efficiency, safety compliance, and continuous improvement of facilities services.
This post is full time (35 hours per week) and is offered on an open-ended basis.
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