Maintenance Operative - Mechanical

UCL; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Guidant Global is recruiting for Maintenance Operatives in partnership with UCL.

Main Purpose of the Job

To carry out reactive and planned mechanical maintenance/repairs to high standards of safety, customer service and efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Carry out a range of programmed, planned and reactive mechanical maintenance/repairs on building services, systems, infrastructure, plant and equipment in line with relevant procedures and schedules; specifically maintain and repair HVAC plant.
2. Carry out a range of programmed, planned and reactive Plumbing maintenance/repairs; the range of work will include (but is not limited to) the repair, maintenance, installation or replacement of:

• Sanitary systems and fittings including toilets, urinals, hand-basins, sinks
• Internal pipework including leaks, blockages etc.
• External pipework including gutters, gulleys, rain-water pipes etc.
• Drains and drainage systems
• Glazing
• Heating systems, radiators and associated pipework
• Taps
• Fixtures and fittings including paper/soap dispensers etc.

1. Interface positively with customers and maintain effective communication both directly and via Maintenance Operations Supervisor, Customer Services Centre etc.
2. Investigate, diagnose and repair faults; respond to breakdowns, faults and service request calls; assist other tradesmen in completing diagnostic and remedial work.
3. Modify existing plant, equipment, controls and distribution systems as specified by the Maintenance Operations Supervisor or other designated manager; this to include as necessary the installation and testing of systems and completion of associated documentation.
4. Inspect, service, repair and maintain heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems; refer complex issues to the Maintenance Operations Supervisor.
5. Install/remove temporary installations when appropriate and safe to do so.
6. Work flexibly as part of a multi-skilled maintenance team across disciplines and sites as required.
7. Carry out appropriate testing relating to planned maintenance, installations, modifications, refurbishments and repairs.
8. Prepare or assist in the preparation of plant/equipment for statutory inspection.
9. Ensure work is completed in compliance with all applicable procedures, safe working practices and statutory requirements.
10. Maintain records and complete documentation as required to meet internal and statutory procedures, complete work/time recording as required.
11. Oversee, and assist as necessary, contractors and other agents carrying out work in UCL areas.
12. Comply with and utilise UCL's 'Permit to Work and Safe Operating Procedures'. This includes but is not restricted to lone work situations, confined space, and LV work.
13. Operate and interrogate computer based building maintenance and control systems (e.g. Famis, BMS) as required - subject to appropriate training/instruction.
14. Carry out a range of associated but non-trade specific tasks as required by the Supervisor e.g. cleaning and tidying work areas, collecting parts/materials, assisting other trades, driving/delivering, attending/assisting fire drills etc.
15. Embrace and actively promote UCL Estates' Service Objectives, Values and Vision and ensure that the guiding principles are put into practice in the post holder's day to day work and relationships with clients and colleagues.

Other Duties

• Comply with UCL's policies at all times, including Equal Opportunities Policies, and ensure that duties are carried out in accordance with relevant divisional and UCL policies and procedures.
• Promote and demonstrate a personal commitment to UCL's Ways of Working.
• Maintain an awareness and observation of Fire, Health and Safety Regulations and actively contribute to embedding a safety culture across UCL Estates.
• Adopt and promote awareness of UCL's Environmental Sustainability Policy and other initiatives.
• Carry out other duties within the scope, spirit and general purpose of the post.
• As duties and responsibilities change this job description will be reviewed and revised in consultation with the post-holder.