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Site Operative

University of Wales, Trinity Saint David

Location: London
Salary: £22,681 to £24,533 per annum plus London Weighting Allowance of £4,000 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 10th September 2024
Closes: 24th September 2024
Job Ref: 51348

Full Time (37 hours, 1 FTE)

Location: London Campus 

The Institute of Inner-City Learning is seeking to appoint a Site Operative at its London Campus.

THE ROLE

The post holder will be responsible for maintaining the security of UWTSD premises and the environment. In addition, depending on Rota and need, they will be expected to carry out caretaking duties, portering, and minor maintenance, as well as other general duties required by the role. General caretaking duties such as shifting furniture and packages, litter picking, leaf clearance and maintaining the general cleanliness of the University environment will also be an integral part of the role. 

The physical nature of the role requires the post holder to possess the ability to lift and carry heavy loads and to be on foot for large parts of the working day. The post holder will be expected to work on a Rota system; this will include weekend, nights, and shift outside normal working hours to respond to the demands of the service.

Main duties will include:

  • Be responsible for maintaining the security of the premises and its contents in accordance with the University’s current requirements. Opening and locking up of the University buildings including lights, internal doors and alarms.
  • Ensure all alarm systems and calls are handled as per agreed standard.
  • Provide reception services and assistance to all stakeholders as required.
  • Ensure the car parks and parking areas are safe for use, checking for deterioration of fabric, surface and lines.
  • Ensure parking space requests are delivered in a timely manner.
  • Undertake portering related tasks as required including setting up and clearing away furniture, delivery of parcels, assisting in unloading deliveries, issuing of keys and passes to contractors.
  • Maintain the environment in a clean & orderly manner.
  • Undertake cleaning duties in a thorough, accurate and timely manner

Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria.

REQUIREMENTS

You should also have:

  • Good general level of education
  • Willingness to undertake first-aid certificate training
  • Previous experience in providing grounds and minor maintenance service
  • Previous experience of working in Higher Education
  • Ability to identify potential risks and undertake risk assessments
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
  • Demonstrates self-motivation and ability to work unsupervised
  • Recognises the need for and demonstrates appropriate confidentiality

BENEFITS

Our employees get access to a comprehensive pay and benefits package in recognition of their valued contribution including:

  • Generous Annual leave entitlement of 28 days annual leave per year (plus 8 bank holidays & 4 University closure days)
  • Competitive pay and pay progression
  • Pension scheme membership from USS to provide benefits for you and your family, with an employer contribution of 22%

Please note, this application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your answers to the application questions only and, in particular, your Supporting Statement.

Closing date: 24th September 2024, 11:59pm

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