Senior Plumbing and Heating Technician

University of Surrey; Guildford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

University pension contributions

Training and professional development

Opportunities across multiple skills

Surrey Sports Park membership

Supportive team environment

Job summary

University of Surrey Maintenance Services team on the Guildford campus seeks skilled technicians to maintain buildings, infrastructure and facilities that support teaching and student life.

You will be part of an in-house engineering team, carrying out planned maintenance, reactive repairs and fault diagnosis across building services to ensure safety, efficiency and reliability. The role offers development opportunities across disciplines and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Ability to diagnose faults across building services systems.
• Commitment to safety and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Help ensure campus facilities remain safe, efficient and operational.
• Diagnose and resolve faults across a wide range of building services systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Job description

Join the University of Surrey Maintenance Services Team

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.

Are you a skilled maintenance professional looking for a role where your work genuinely makes a difference?

The University of Surrey is seeking talented Electrical, Plumbing and Multi-Skilled Technicians to join our Estates & Facilities Maintenance Services team. Based on our vibrant Guildford campus, you'll play a vital role in maintaining the buildings, infrastructure and facilities that support world‑class teaching, research and student life.

Why Join Us?

At the University of Surrey, you're more than just a technician. You'll be part of a professional in‑house engineering team responsible for maintaining one of Surrey's largest and most diverse estates.

From cutting‑edge research facilities and teaching spaces to accommodation, sports facilities and commercial areas, no two days are the same.

We offer:

• Up to 40 days annual leave (including University closure days for eligible roles)
• Generous University pension contributions
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities to expand your skills across multiple disciplines
• Discounted membership at Surrey Sports Park
• A supportive team environment where your expertise is valued

What You'll Be Doing

Working within our Maintenance Services team, you'll:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Help ensure our campus facilities remain safe, efficient and operational.
• Diagnose and resolve faults across a wide range of building services systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support colleagues and develop multi‑skilled capabilities where appropriate.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in hearing from candidates who have: