Maintenance Operative

EF Education First / Hult; Oxford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

EF Oxford is seeking an enthusiastic weekend maintenance operative to join our facilities team at the Headington campus. The role is part-time, covering Saturdays and Sundays plus Friday PM (20 hours total), from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with start as soon as possible.

You will handle general maintenance and repairs, basic plumbing/electrics, furniture assembly and moving, and liaise with contractors to resolve building issues while updating work lists and maintaining a proactive site management

Qualifications

• Good English communication skills and customer-facing experience.
• Flexible approach and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a lone-working environment.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
• Right to work in the UK at commencement of employment.
• Clean background check.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance & repairs.
• Basic plumbing, electrics, painting & decorating.
• Furniture assembly & moving.
• Dealing with contractors regarding building issues.
• Assisting with the management of maintenance supplies; updating work lists and taking a proactive approach to site management.

Skills

Good English

Customer-facing

Flexibility

Teamwork

Independent work

Time management

Attention to detail

Job description

EF Oxford is seeking an enthusiastic all-rounder to join our facilities team as Weekend Maintenance Operative , working at our large international campus in Headington.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive individual who can work both independently and as part of a team.

Position Details

• Part-time – Saturdays & Sundays + Friday PM (20 hours total)
• 8.30 AM to 5.30 PM
• Start as soon as possible

Careers at EF | Open the world with us

At EF Education First, we believe the world is better when people strive to understand one another. With 600+ schools and offices in 50 countries, we offer immersive programs in language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics, turning dreams into global opportunities. Join us in our shared mission of opening the world through education.

Your Role

• General maintenance & repairs
• Basic plumbing, electrics, painting & decorating
• Furniture assembly & moving
• Dealing with contractors regarding building issues
• Assisting with the management of maintenance suppliesUpdating work lists & taking a proactive approach to site management

Requirements

• Good English communication skills and customer-facing experience
• Flexible approach & teamwork skills
• The ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a lone-working environment
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare
• Right to work in the UK at commencement of employment
• Clean background check

Why You’ll Enjoy Working with EF

• International environment with diverse students and staff
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• Social events and staff community
• Employee assistance program
• Access to EF Hello language learning

Career Progression at EF

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.

EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, identity, parental status, experience, and everything else that makes you unique.