Facilities Maintenance Technician

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oxford's Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair laboratory facilities. This role offers full training and a supportive environment, with a commitment to workplace wellbeing and inclusivity. Responsibilities include managing building systems and supporting health and safety initiatives.

Benefits

38 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Comprehensive childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle and electric car loan schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Membership in social and sports clubs

Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket loans

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in building services (plumbing, carpentry, electrical work).
• Experience in repairs and maintenance environments.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage unexpected challenges.

Responsibilities

• Repairing and maintaining building systems, plumbing, and electrical fixtures.
• Responding to equipment breakdowns and emergencies.
• Supporting health & safety initiatives.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Effective teamwork

Clear communication

Competency with IT tools

Education

City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent in building services

Job description

About us:

At the Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG), we explore physiological processes at multiple levels, bridging discovery science with translational medicine and fostering connections between physical and life sciences. We are committed to innovative research, top-tier teaching, and an inclusive, supportive working environment.

Overview of the role:

We seek a Facilities Maintenance Technician with a “can-do” attitude to join our Facilities team. You will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and servicing the laboratory and building environment to ensure that our facilities and equipment are professionally managed. This position is available immediately, with full training provided through departmental and University-run courses.

Key responsibilities:

• Repairing and maintaining building systems, plumbing, and electrical fixtures
• Responding to equipment breakdowns and emergencies
• Supporting health & safety initiatives, including fire drills, pest control, and waste disposal
• Installing lab equipment, shelving, and furniture
• Liaising with contractors and Estates Services for efficient facility management

Selection criteria:

• Recognised qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent) in building services (plumbing, carpentry, electrical work)
• Experience in repairs, maintenance, and workshop environments
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Effective teamwork and clear communication in English
• Competency with IT tools (Word, Excel, email)
• Ability to work under pressure and manage unexpected challenges
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

What we offer:

We prioritise workplace wellbeing and offer:

• 38 days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Comprehensive childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle and electric car loan schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Membership in social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket loans

We welcome applications from those interested in part-time or flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Submit a supporting statement, CV, and two referee details via the online application form.

• Application deadline: 12 noon, Tuesday 3rd June
• Interviews: Week commencing 23rd June (face-to-face)

We particularly encourage applications from women, black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic roles at Oxford.

Informal enquiries about the role may be directed to the DPAG HR Team: [e-mail]

DPAG’s Statement of Inclusion:

We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic background. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. Our policies, practices and Respectful Behaviours Framework underpin this commitment.

DPAG and Sustainability

We have signed up to The Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) and Green Impact, actively implementing and encouraging eco-friendly practices that reduce waste, promote energy efficiency, and promote biodiversity. See the job description for more detail.