General Ops Handyperson - UOD2078

University of Dundee; Dundee; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university based in Dundee is seeking a full-time maintenance technician to support various aspects of campus services. The role involves assisting with repairs, managing waste, and servicing university vehicles. Candidates should have multi-trade experience and a full driving licence. This is an opportunity to work in a vibrant city and be part of an inclusive community. Successful candidates will enjoy a supportive work environment with a strong focus on diversity.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance or similar roles, preferably in a university.
• Full driving licence essential.
• Ability to work outdoors in different weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and repairs to university buildings.
• Support events throughout the university year.
• Maintain and inspect university motor vehicle fleet.
• Collect and dispose of various waste types.
• Drive vehicles including vans and forklifts.

Skills

Multi-trade experience

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Tools

Driving license

Job description

Posted on 23 December 2025 | Reference: UOD2078

Closing date: Tuesday, 13 January 2026, 23:59

Salary: Up to £24,479 per annum
Grade 3 plus on‑call

Directorate of Estates and Campus Services

Full‑time / Permanent

Estates and Campus Services is responsible for the security of the physical assets, staff, students and visitors of the University.

Purpose of Role

Reporting to the Buildings Services Coordinator (Fabric), the post holder will work as part of a team supporting all aspects of Estates and Campus Services including furniture and equipment moves, maintenance and waste, and undertaking Mail Room duties.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of the University buildings as required, on a preventative or emergency basis, ensuring timely work to the campus building fabric including (but not limited to) basic joinery repairs and works, suspended ceiling repairs, graffiti and fly poster removal, floor repairs, tile repairs, signage, roof inspections and gully cleaning, minor repairs, erection of scaffolding and general cleanliness of the campus (e.g. litter picking).
• Other duties as assigned which will include covering various important events throughout the University year i.e. Graduation, Garden Parties, Exams etc., providing support to the organisers as directed.
• General inspection and routine maintenance of the University motor vehicle fleet, including transfer of vehicles for repairs and MOTs at local garages.
• Work as part of a team to collect and dispose of general waste uplifts (excluding that which is managed by the Campus Services Team), and confidential waste collections.
• Driving vehicles including (but not limited to) company vans, forklifts, etc.

Knowledge and Experience

• Demonstrable multi‑trade experience in a similar environment or another University.
• Full driving licence.
• Able to work for extended periods outside in inclement weather conditions (with appropriate PPE/uniform provided).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team.

We are one of the UK's leading universities – internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Conveniently located on the banks of River Tay, our main city‑centre campus is at the heart of Dundee – an up‑and‑coming, friendly, compact and affordable city with a rich heritage in design and technology. We also have campuses at Ninewells Hospital and in Kirkcaldy which are easily accessible via local transport links.

For further information about this position please contact Alister Cuthill, Building Services Coordinator (Fabric), [email protected]

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter and Stonewall as well as a full range of disability services create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

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