Multi-Skilled Operative

Applications are invited for the above permanent full-time post working in Property and Campus Services at Bangor University.

Duties will include work deemed to be construction ‘handyperson’ work in a neat and tidy manner as expected within the construction and Property and Campus services sector. The role holder will be expected to assist trade-staff as appropriate on a semi-skilled basis.

Candidates should be educated to GCSE level or NVQ Level II in relevant property maintenance subject or skill level (or equivalent) and have previous experience of carrying out a similar manual construction role.

The successful candidate will be expected to commence in April 2024.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post.

This role will be located on campus at Bangor.

Applications will also be considered to carry out this role on a part-time or job share basis. (Note that all roles will be made available on a part-time, job share basis, unless there is objective justification as to why this is not possible)

Applications will only be accepted via our on-line recruitment website, jobs.bangor.ac.uk. However, in cases of access issues due to disability, paper application forms are available by telephoning 01248 383865.

Closing date for applications: 31/03/2024

Committed to Equal Opportunities.

To carry out a range of repairs, maintenance and planned improvement duties with the emphasis on multi-skilled within various University buildings, including halls of residence.

• To carry out manual tasks individually or as part of a team as directed.
• To deliver a range of services as required which include, but are not restricted to:
• Work deemed to be construction ‘handyperson’ work in a neat and tidy manner as expected within the construction and Property and Campus services sector.
• Assist trade-staff as appropriate on a semi-skilled basis.
• Labouring duties as required.
• Basic roofing repairs, gutter and gully cleaning.
• Conducting minor property management assistance activities.
• To be flexible in delivering the following work tasks (the list is indicative but not exhaustive):
• Carrying out basic checks or meter readings.
• Cleaning inside and outside buildings – usually, but not necessarily, related to construction work.
• Removal of construction waste or refuse to recycling provision.
• Receiving, handling and distributing furniture, goods or equipment within or between University buildings.
• Reporting defects in buildings, equipment or furniture to the Help Desk.
• Assisting at various ceremonies during the year. Assisting with University emergencies as requested.
• Driving University vehicles appropriate to the role.
• Generally post holders will be allocated duties in line with their particular skills and experience, but they may be required to carry out any of the above tasks or others to deliver the business needs of the University.
• Ensure all necessary paperwork (including hand-devices) is completed accurately records are maintained and filed appropriately.
• Ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with the requirements of the University Health, Safety and Welfare policies and procedures.
• The post holder will work within any University buildings, external grounds or construction environment as allocated.
• The post holder will perform a variety of tasks both internal and external sometimes in inclement weather and protective clothing will be issued as necessary.
• The post holder may use ladders/access equipment and to work at height.

• The post holder will be expected to participate in performance review and developmental activities.
• The post holder will be expected to comply with the University’s equality policies and statements, Dignity at Work and Study Policy and the University’s Welsh Language Policy.
• The post holder has a general and legal duty of care in relation to health, safety and wellbeing and must take all reasonable steps to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for him/her self and for other members of staff, students and visitors affected by his/her actions or inactions. The post holder is also required to comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.
• The post holder must comply with relevant legal and financial policies and procedures and be aware of their responsibilities in terms of the legal requirements of their posts. 
• Ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with the requirements of the University Health, Safety and Welfare policies and procedures. 
• Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately, records are maintained and filed appropriately and all audit trails are clear. 
• A flexible approach to working within a busy professional environment.

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grade of the post. You may be required to undertake other responsibilities and training as requested by your line manager appropriate to your grade.

Qualifications / Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or NVQ Level II in relevant property maintenance subject or skill level, working towards or prepared to study and obtain full multi -skilling competence or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Relevant formal building trade craft/ part qualification.

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of carrying out a similar manual Construction role
• Experience of understanding Health and Safety instruction and normal working procedures and being able to conform to such requirement.

Skills / Abilities

Essential

• Ability to use initiative, work independently or as part of a team.
• The ability to communicate and cooperate with persons at all levels within the institution, including students and engendering a positive customer care approach.
• Ability to use plant, equipment and tools.
• Ability to learn and apply new procedures.

Other

Essential

• Hold a current UK driving licence as the post holder will be required to drive University vehicles appropriate to the role.
• Be flexible in duties undertaken and willing to work outside normal working hours, on occasions, should this be required.

Desirable

• The ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh.

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds.  We strive to develop a workforce from all sections of the community regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. We promote and facilitate the use of the Welsh language through our progressive Welsh Language Policy. We comply with the Welsh Language Standards and are committed to equality of opportunity. You are welcome to apply for any job in English or Welsh and all applications submitted will be treated equally.

We are a member of Advance HE's Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter and hold a Bronze award in recognition of our commitment to and progress towards gender equality within the University's policies, practices, and culture. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

All members of staff have a duty to ensure their actions are in line with the overall environmental aims of the University and minimise their environmental impact.

All offers are made subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of satisfactory references. 

We have a legal responsibility to ensure that you have the right to work in the UK before you can start working for us.  When you apply for this post you will be required to explain the basis upon which you believe you will able to live and work in the UK legally on the commencement date of the role should your application be successful.   If you do not have the right to work freely in any position in the UK already, any offer of employment we will make to you will be subject to you obtaining a right to work visa.   The following link provides information on the various visa routes into employment and the eligibility requirements (including switching visa status where permissible) https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas .   If you are successful in your application we will discuss visa options with you at the time of making the offer of employment.  

Please note that, in the event of applications being received from candidates on the University's Redeployment Register with a reasonable skills match to the post specification, these applicants will be given prior consideration.