Full time Open ended
The closing date for applications is midnight on 29 September 2024. Interviews are expected to take place on 10 October 2024.
There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK.
This role will require a Basic Disclosure check. An offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of this process.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants require to have existing right to work in the UK.
The University of Stirling recognises that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers and welcome applications from those who would contribute to further diversification of our staff and ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is woven into the substance of the role. We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including gender, identity, race, age, class, and ethnicity.
The PostEstates & Campus Services, Property Management Division is seeking to fill the position of Assistant Facilities Supervisor. This role sits within the Operations and Maintenance team who have responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of the University Estate, including building fabric, electrical and mechanical building services, hard landscaping such as roads and footpaths and portering/facilities services.
The Assistant Facilities Supervisor will play a key role within the Operations and Maintenance team, working in a fast paced and dynamic environment that goes with a broad customer base, round the year business and a large estate. The team's remit is broad and varied undertaking planned preventative and reactive work across the University estate on and off campus. This includes attending to over 20,000 requests for work from students and staff each year.
Reporting to the Facilities Supervisor, the role holder will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day supervision of a team of Facilities Operatives undertaking basic repairs, legislative compliance activities and Portering services across the University Estate. The Assistant Facilities Supervisor is responsible for delivering a responsive and efficient service to all customers.
External term and service contractors as required supplement the in-house maintenance team. Contractors are also employed to undertake specific pieces of large-scale maintenance work and projects.
The following duties are not intended to be exhaustive but highlight a number of tasks and accountabilities which the post holder will be expected to fulfil. The post holder will be expected to support and provide daily supervision to the in-house team undertaking legislative compliance works, Portering activities and small scale repairs and maintenance works.
Description of DutiesEstates & Campus Services has responsibility for the longer-term development, maintenance, and day to day operation of the buildings and grounds which support and add value to the core activities of the University. This involves providing professional, customer-focused services spanning the following activities with a view to maximising value and efficiency and ensuring that the quality of the estate contributes to the University's overall reputation:
The University of Stirling is committed to providing education with a purpose and carrying out research which has a positive impact on communities across the globe – addressing real issues, providing solutions, and helping to shape society. Stirling is 4th in Scotland and 43rd in the UK for research impact, with 87% of its research having an outstanding or very considerable impact on society – and more than 80% rated either world leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
The University of Stirling is ranked among the top 30 UK universities for student satisfaction (National Student Survey) and top 30 in the UK for postgraduate student experience (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey), and has an overall five-star rating in the QS Stars University Ratings.
More than 17,000 students study with the University of Stirling globally, with over 140 nationalities represented on its scenic central Scotland campus alone. The University – also home to 1,700 staff – is ranked first in the UK and top three in the world for its campus environment (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two). Ranked first in the UK and top five in the world for its sports facilities (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two), Stirling is Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence. Its world-class facilities provide the perfect training environment for the University's sports scholars – many of whom compete at the highest level, including at the Olympics and Commonwealth Games – and for students, staff, and the wider community.
The University has twice been recognised with a Queen's Anniversary Prize – the first for its Institute for Social Marketing and Health (2014) and the second for its Institute of Aquaculture (2019).
The University is a signatory to the £214 million Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal and a central partner of the Forth Valley University College Health Partnership. www. stir.ac.uk @stiruni
Job number
SERV01930Contract Type
Open EndedPosting End Date
29-Sep-2024Location:
Stirling CampusGrade
Grade4 £22,681-£24,533 p.a.Faculty/Service
Estates and Campus Services Post DetailsFull time Open ended
The closing date for applications is midnight on 29 September 2024. Interviews are expected to take place on 10 October 2024.
There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK.
This role will require a Basic Disclosure check. An offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of this process.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants require to have existing right to work in the UK.
The University of Stirling recognises that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers and welcome applications from those who would contribute to further diversification of our staff and ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is woven into the substance of the role. We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including gender, identity, race, age, class, and ethnicity.
The PostEstates & Campus Services, Property Management Division is seeking to fill the position of Assistant Facilities Supervisor. This role sits within the Operations and Maintenance team who have responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of the University Estate, including building fabric, electrical and mechanical building services, hard landscaping such as roads and footpaths and portering/facilities services.
The Assistant Facilities Supervisor will play a key role within the Operations and Maintenance team, working in a fast paced and dynamic environment that goes with a broad customer base, round the year business and a large estate. The team's remit is broad and varied undertaking planned preventative and reactive work across the University estate on and off campus. This includes attending to over 20,000 requests for work from students and staff each year.
Reporting to the Facilities Supervisor, the role holder will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day supervision of a team of Facilities Operatives undertaking basic repairs, legislative compliance activities and Portering services across the University Estate. The Assistant Facilities Supervisor is responsible for delivering a responsive and efficient service to all customers.
External term and service contractors as required supplement the in-house maintenance team. Contractors are also employed to undertake specific pieces of large-scale maintenance work and projects.
The following duties are not intended to be exhaustive but highlight a number of tasks and accountabilities which the post holder will be expected to fulfil. The post holder will be expected to support and provide daily supervision to the in-house team undertaking legislative compliance works, Portering activities and small scale repairs and maintenance works.
Description of DutiesEstates & Campus Services has responsibility for the longer-term development, maintenance, and day to day operation of the buildings and grounds which support and add value to the core activities of the University. This involves providing professional, customer-focused services spanning the following activities with a view to maximising value and efficiency and ensuring that the quality of the estate contributes to the University's overall reputation:
The University of Stirling is committed to providing education with a purpose and carrying out research which has a positive impact on communities across the globe – addressing real issues, providing solutions, and helping to shape society. Stirling is 4th in Scotland and 43rd in the UK for research impact, with 87% of its research having an outstanding or very considerable impact on society – and more than 80% rated either world leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
The University of Stirling is ranked among the top 30 UK universities for student satisfaction (National Student Survey) and top 30 in the UK for postgraduate student experience (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey), and has an overall five-star rating in the QS Stars University Ratings.
More than 17,000 students study with the University of Stirling globally, with over 140 nationalities represented on its scenic central Scotland campus alone. The University – also home to 1,700 staff – is ranked first in the UK and top three in the world for its campus environment (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two). Ranked first in the UK and top five in the world for its sports facilities (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two), Stirling is Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence. Its world-class facilities provide the perfect training environment for the University's sports scholars – many of whom compete at the highest level, including at the Olympics and Commonwealth Games – and for students, staff, and the wider community.
The University has twice been recognised with a Queen's Anniversary Prize – the first for its Institute for Social Marketing and Health (2014) and the second for its Institute of Aquaculture (2019).
The University is a signatory to the £214 million Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal and a central partner of the Forth Valley University College Health Partnership. www. stir.ac.uk @stiruni