Multi Trade Operative (Joiner)

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Manchester is seeking a Multi Trade Operative to perform joinery repairs and maintenance tasks. The successful candidate will collaborate with the Principal Building Fabric Manager, respond to emergencies, and contribute to a secure environment for students and staff. This role offers the chance to be part of a customer-focused team that values diversity and inclusivity.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive culture of belonging

Qualifications

• Qualified tradesperson with extensive experience in joinery.
• Demonstrated proficiency in reactive maintenance with a diverse technical skill set.
• Collaborative professional dedicated to a secure educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute critical repairs and maintenance across the university campus.
• Perform both reactive and planned maintenance tasks.
• Respond to emergency situations as required.

Skills

Joinery repairs

Reactive maintenance

Collaborative work

Job description

About the Role:

As a Multi Trade Operative, you will serve as an integral member of the team responsible for executing critical repairs and maintenance across the university campus. Working in collaboration with the Principal Building Fabric Manager, you will perform both reactive and planned maintenance tasks. Your primary responsibilities will encompass Joinery repairs, while also extending to locksmith duties and additional building fabric repairs including minor plumbing work.

This position directly supports the university's core objectives of teaching, learning, research, and commercial operations by ensuring minimal disruption to academic activities and maintaining a secure and professional environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Additionally, you will fulfill an essential function within the Estates Operations out-of-hours service, responding to emergency situations as required, with appropriate compensation for after-hours assignments.

Our department is currently implementing the Customer Service Excellence (CSE) program to enhance service delivery. We seek professionals who demonstrate commitment to continuous process improvement and who contribute positively to our collaborative organizational culture.

About You:

• A qualified tradesperson with extensive experience in joinery
• Demonstrated proficiency in reactive maintenance with a diverse technical skill set
• A collaborative professional dedicated to maintaining an optimal and secure educational environment for the university community

If your qualifications align with these requirements, we invite you to apply for the Multi Trade Operative position with the Estates Operations Team at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, customer-focused professional team
• Participation in a progressive and expanding department with growth potential
• Engagement in substantive work that directly benefits the university community

How to Apply:

Candidates are requested to review the essential criteria outlined in the position description and submit a comprehensive CV and covering letter via the online application portal, clearly demonstrating their qualifications and suitability for the position.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.