Building Services Assistant
Estates & Capital Developments
| Location: |
Aston University Main Campus
|
| Salary: |
£25,804 to £27,319
per annum
|
| Grade: |
Grade 05 |
| Contract Type: |
Permanent
|
| Basis: |
Full Time
|
| Closing Date: |
23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 11 January 2026 |
| Interview Date: |
Tuesday 27 January 2026
|
| Reference: |
1320-25 |
| Release Date: |
Tuesday 02 December 2025 |
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated person with an attention to detail to join a busy Maintenance & Engineering Team within the Estates and Capital Developments department at Aston University. Reporting to the Compliance Officer the successful candidate will carry out compliance inspections of life safety systems and minor repair works at the Aston University Birmingham City Centre campus and Recreation Centre in Walsall. This includes the periodic inspection/ testing of emergency lighting, fire alarms, water temperatures, fire doors, replacing lamps in light fittings, responding to drainage blockages etc.
Applicants must have good written and spoken English skills. Accuracy, attention to detail and high level of organisation are a prerequisite. A strong customer service focus is essential, along with the ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with a wide range of internal contacts at various levels. Full in-house training will be provided to fulfil the duties of this role.
For an informal discussions please call between the hours of 8am until 4pm Monday to Friday :
- Abbygayle Walford, Compliance Officer – 07827077559
Please note this advert may close early due to volume of applicants
What
we offer:
- Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 25 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
- Great family friendly policies.
- On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
- Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route. See here for information about Skilled Worker eligibility criteria: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
Further details:
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