Maintenance Assistant
| Posting date: | 25 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,100 to £26,093 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Please note the annual salary quoted is inclusive of a market supplement to ensure the annual pay rate aligns with our commitment as a voluntary living wage employer. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 April 2026 |
| Location: | Bath, Bath & N E Somerset |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Bath |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CC13384R |
Summary
The Department of Campus Infrastructure is responsible for the maintenance and development of the University's buildings, and are currently seeking to appoint Maintenance Assistants to support the team.
We currently have two opportunities:
Maintenance Assistant (Compliance)
To undertake the routine testing of emergency lighting, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, RCDs, checking fire doors and compliance tasks. You will will also undertake planned and unplanned maintenance such as general repairs.
Maintenance Assistant (Campus Services)
To undertake planned and unplanned maintenance such as general repairs including minor carpentry and plumbing in accommodation buildings, with the City campus team.
The University has a fantastic reputation for student experience, and the diligence and professionalism of the maintenance staff is a big part of that success!
About you
We would like to hear from you if you:
* have experience in some of the following areas: plumbing, carpentry, painting
* are familiar with and happy to work in the built environment, able to identify and remedy a variety of maintenance tasks and keep all affected informed of the situation
* have a flexible approach to work and a willingness to undertake training to improve knowledge
* are committed to the role and able to work individually and as part of a team
* have good problem solving, customer service and communication skills
A recognised City & Guilds or NVQ qualification in an engineering/building discipline (or a related subject) would be an advantage, but is not essential.
Further information
These roles are offered on a full-time (36.5 hours per week) permanent basis, Monday-Friday,
A driving licence is desirable to travel between various off-campus university properties.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact either:
Darren Chitty, Building Engineering Manager (wb3dc@bath.ac.uk)
Simon Midgley, Building Services Manager (smm61@bath.ac.uk)
Craig Carter, Electrical Engineer (adscc@bath.ac.uk)
We currently have two opportunities:
Maintenance Assistant (Compliance)
To undertake the routine testing of emergency lighting, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, RCDs, checking fire doors and compliance tasks. You will will also undertake planned and unplanned maintenance such as general repairs.
Maintenance Assistant (Campus Services)
To undertake planned and unplanned maintenance such as general repairs including minor carpentry and plumbing in accommodation buildings, with the City campus team.
The University has a fantastic reputation for student experience, and the diligence and professionalism of the maintenance staff is a big part of that success!
About you
We would like to hear from you if you:
* have experience in some of the following areas: plumbing, carpentry, painting
* are familiar with and happy to work in the built environment, able to identify and remedy a variety of maintenance tasks and keep all affected informed of the situation
* have a flexible approach to work and a willingness to undertake training to improve knowledge
* are committed to the role and able to work individually and as part of a team
* have good problem solving, customer service and communication skills
A recognised City & Guilds or NVQ qualification in an engineering/building discipline (or a related subject) would be an advantage, but is not essential.
Further information
These roles are offered on a full-time (36.5 hours per week) permanent basis, Monday-Friday,
A driving licence is desirable to travel between various off-campus university properties.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact either:
Darren Chitty, Building Engineering Manager (wb3dc@bath.ac.uk)
Simon Midgley, Building Services Manager (smm61@bath.ac.uk)
Craig Carter, Electrical Engineer (adscc@bath.ac.uk)
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