Zone Assistant x3 (110807-0925)

University of Warwick; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a dedicated Zone Assistant in Coventry to support maintenance operations. This role involves assisting trades staff with various tasks, ensuring work areas are safe, and developing new skills. Candidates with experience in construction or maintenance are preferred. Join a supportive team during a time of growth and influence the delivery of improved services.

Qualifications

• Previous experience or qualifications in construction or maintenance preferred.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills valued.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance across the estate.
• Assist qualified trades staff in routine tasks.
• Carry materials and ensure work areas are prepared and safe.

Job description

Base pay range

This range is provided by University of Warwick. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

About The Role

Within a Zone team, the Zone Assistant supports the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance across the estate. The role includes assisting qualified trades staff and technicians in routine tasks, statutory testing, minor repairs, and general labouring duties. This includes supporting basic work across electrical, mechanical, and building fabric systems, carrying materials and tools, and ensuring work areas are prepared and safe.

About You

The ideal candidate for the Zone Assistant position is a dedicated and hardworking individual with a passion for hands-on work. Previous experience or qualifications in construction or maintenance is preferred, but a willingness to learn and develop new skills is also highly valued.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

About The Department

Our Maintenance Operations Team is changing and growing and we’re looking for skilled people like you to help us shape and deliver our new, improved service. You’ll be working in a range of buildings and facilities that will challenge your trade skills across ground-breaking research facilities, student accommodation, sports, retail, and entertainment venues. You’ll also play a key role in the major events we get involved with.

In Estates, we’re always looking for new ways to make things happen, so whatever your trade, this is an exciting time to join us and make an impact. You’ll be part of a supportive team who will help you build on your strengths and inspire you to develop your potential.

About The University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK. 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.

Find out more about us on our website.

• QS World University Rankings 2024, Research Excellence Framework 2021

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 5th October 2025 at 23:55 (BST)

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