Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oxford is offering an exciting apprenticeship opportunity as a Property Maintenance Operative. This role includes hands-on experience in maintaining building services, with a focus on customer satisfaction and teamwork. Apprentices will receive training from both the University and Abingdon and Witney College, ensuring comprehensive skill development over 18-24 months.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days annual leave

Comprehensive childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel

Membership to social and sports clubs

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed, commitment to supporting others required.
• Willingness to learn and embrace new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance and repair of building systems.
• Support routine inspections and perform basic repairs.
• Operate tools and equipment safely.

Skills

Customer Service

Proactive attitude

Microsoft Office

Education

GCSE Maths and English at 9-3 or A*-D

Job description

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University of Oxford

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Oxford, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.05.2025

Expiry Date:

13.07.2025

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Job Description:

Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics, Sherrington Building, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PT £25,331 per year We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as an Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative at the Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics, University of Oxford. A Property Maintenance Apprenticeship at the University provides an excellent opportunity to develop the essential skills needed to enhance the condition and quality of our portfolio of properties. This program ensures that buildings are maintained in a safe working condition while delivering a high level of satisfaction to customers. About the Role:You will be excited to start a new career in property maintenance, and have a mature outlook, transferrable skills and a willingness to learn and develop new skills. You would be part of a team of Facilities Management professionals who are responsible for excellent service to our managed buildings. Key Responsibilities:You will be fully trained to carry out the following during your apprenticeship:• Assist in the running, maintenance, and repair of building systems, to include cryo-storage facilities, laboratory equipment, compressed air and general building services.• Support routine inspections and preventive maintenance tasks to ensure facility safety, reliability, and compliance with regulations.• Respond, as part of a team, to maintenance requests and perform basic repairs as needed in both office and laboratory environments.• Operate tools and equipment safely and effectively, including in a workshop environment. About the apprenticeshipAs an Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative, you will undertake an apprenticeship with Abingdon and Witney College, at Bicester Construction Skill Centre where you will complete Level 2 Functional Skills English and Maths (if required) and Level 2 Property Maintenance Operative Apprenticeship. In total, it will take 18-24 months to complete all elements of the apprenticeship, with support from the Department, University, and College throughout. The apprenticeship training is eleven weeks of block release training at Bicester Construction Skill Centre. Becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. For more information, please visit our ****. About youYou will have a passion for learning and a commitment to supporting others. No prior experience is necessary; we are looking for someone with a responsible, proactive, and can-do attitude, along with a willingness to learn and embrace new challenges. You may be starting your career or you may be looking for a career change. To complete the level 2 apprenticeship, you will need to evidence passes at 9-3 or A*-Din GCSE Maths and English. Requirements:• An understanding of excellent Customer Service • Able to demonstrate an aptitude for the skills taught in the Apprenticeship, (for example through work experience, qualifications, or references)• Experience of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel• Ability to work in various conditions, including outdoor environments and confined spaces. What We OfferOur apprentices are never on their own, you will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team. You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university. You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region. We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their Apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career. As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)

An excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days annual leave- Including Bank holidays and fixed closure days.

A comprehensive range of childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel and season ticket travel loans

Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

Applications are made through the Government’s Find an Apprenticeship Service – Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description.