UPP
Maintenance Technician - Plumber
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A successful university campus is about so much more than buildings. It’s about the environment, the atmosphere, the people – creating that sense of home that will help students feel safe, secure, and help them thrive. At UPP, we understand just how important this is and that’s why at each of the universities we partner with we have a dedicated onsite team offering a range of facilities management services designed not just to support the safety of the building but to ensure students enjoy a high quality of life throughout their stay.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Technician - Plumber to join our team onsite at Broadgate Park, Nottingham, which is home to 2,200 residents.
Responsibilities
- Undertake maintenance within the residences in a safe working environment, assessing all Health and Safety issues before work commences and report any hazards identified to the relevant Manager
- Carry out reactive maintenance in accordance with the Service Level Agreement and provide front line response for all plumbing and mechanical work
- Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities in accordance with the schedule
- Maintain accurate records of breakdowns and maintenance repairs, including records for statutory compliance and liaise with specialist sub-contractors
- Carry out statutory testing including PAT testing, fire alarm testing, fire door testing and others, as required
- Carry out general PPM and reactive maintenance supporting the wider maintenance team.
- Report any Health and Safety issues relating to the residences ensuring all information is passed to the relevant persons
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Requirements
- Worked in a similar role within a plumbing and maintenance environment
- Great communication and organisation skills
- Passion to do a great job
- Good understanding of the operational procedures and safe working practices of building services and systems
- Good understanding of health and safety, with the ability to always work in a safe manner
- Prepared to work (with notice) additional hours when needed, especially during the main student arrival and departure weekends, and assist at different sites when required
Benefits
- Fun and interesting environment to work in with a competitive salary
- Great benefits package which includes 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, up to 5 day additional holiday purchase scheme, life insurance, pension, cycle to work scheme, 2 paid volunteering days per year, as well as access to our UPP Rewards portal, offering discounts from a variety of retailers, restaurants, gyms and more
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About UPP
We are proud to be the UK’s leading provider of on-campus residential and academic accommodation, with over 35,000 beds where more than 500,000 students from around the world have called home over the years. We provide a complete solution of Design, Build, Fund, and Operate (DBFO) student accommodation and campus facilities exclusively to the higher education sector.
Our mission is to support every student's journey by offering a safe, inclusive and inspiring environment to live and learn.
What’s in it for you?
At UPP, we believe your career should be as rewarding as the impact you make. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
- Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging: An inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, heard, and empowered.
- Career Growth: Learn, lead, and progress with tailored training and leadership programmes.
- Rewards & Benefits: Competitive package and range of benefits designed for you.
- Health and Wellbeing: From mental health resources to wellness programmes, and everyday support.
- Purpose & Impact: Every role shapes the student experience.
To learn more about what we offer, check out our Working Environment, Benefits and Career Development tabs on our Careers Hub.
Apply today and start your journey with UPP.
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