Roof & Exterior Maintenance Technician - Flexible Hours

The University of Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking an outdoor Cleaning Operative to maintain roof spaces and external areas across the Estate. You will use access equipment, cleaning debris to a high standard following SFG20 guidelines, and work at height with appropriate safety measures.

This physical, active role requires good communication, reliability and the ability to work across locations such as Main Campus, ACS and AMRC, often at short notice. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather, including exposure to heights.
• Physically demanding tasks requiring manual handling and the use of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out external cleaning and removal of debris from roof spaces and hard standings across the estate.
• Undertake external inspection of roof spaces and report findings.
• Carry out works to SFG20 standards.
• Monitor and maintain equipment including working-at-height gear such as MEWPs.
• Ensure permits and safety checks are in place before starting work.
• Travel across campus locations and work alone when required.
• Report health and safety issues promptly.
• Check equipment for maintenance and compliance (LOLER).
• Identify and report issues with building fabric like roofs and gutters.
• Propose improvements and solutions for processes and outputs.
• Prioritise workload with the Landscape Management Team and complete training in line with IMS objectives.
• Represent EFM positively and professionally.
• Support audits to ensure ISO integrated management systems compliance.

Job description

The University of Sheffield is seeking an outdoor Cleaning Operative to maintain roof spaces and external areas across the Estate. You will use access equipment, cleaning debris to a high standard following SFG20 guidelines, and work at height with appropriate safety measures.

This physical, active role requires good communication, reliability and the ability to work across locations such as Main Campus, ACS and AMRC, often at short notice. Training and development opportunities are provided.