Campus Security & Facilities Technician

New College; Swindon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

New College Swindon is seeking a practical and reliable Lockdown Technician to join the Estates and Facilities team. You will support the safe operation of College campuses, handling opening/closing, room setups, porterage and first-line maintenance in a hands-on role.

You will work across North Star, Queens Drive and other sites, contributing to security, events and day-to-day campus safety while delivering a visible professional service to staff, students and visitors.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 English and Maths.
• Experience in facilities support, security or related operations.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and stay calm under changing demands.
• Willingness to undertake First Aid and Fire Warden training.

Responsibilities

• Lock and unlock College buildings, gates and designated areas.
• Carry out site checks and support campus security and emergency procedures.
• Monitor alarms, access points and security concerns.
• Support room setups for teaching, meetings, examinations and events.
• Carry out porterage duties including deliveries and movement of equipment.
• Maintain external areas and respond to spills, weather issues and cleaning needs.
• Undertake minor repairs and first-line maintenance tasks within competency.
• Support examinations, enrolment, open events, hires and lettings.
• Provide a professional service to staff, students, visitors and contractors.
• Report defects and Health & Safety issues promptly.

Skills

Facilities support

Security/Caretaking

Customer service

Problem solving

Organisation

Health & Safety awareness

First Aid training willingness

Fire Warden training willingness

Moving & handling

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Job description

New College Swindon is seeking a practical and reliable Lockdown Technician to join the Estates and Facilities team. You will support the safe operation of College campuses, handling opening/closing, room setups, porterage and first-line maintenance in a hands-on role.

You will work across North Star, Queens Drive and other sites, contributing to security, events and day-to-day campus safety while delivering a visible professional service to staff, students and visitors.