UHI North, West and Hebrides is one of ten academic partners and research centres that make up UHI. This unique partnership allows us to deliver further and higher education programmes at our 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye and the Outer Hebrides. To support our work, we are recruiting for the following role:
To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:
Facilities Operative
| Reference no. | NWH FO BN 01 |
|---|---|
| Salary range | £25,875 - £27,431 per annum, pro-rata |
| Duration | Fixed Term until December 2025 |
| Working hours | 8 hours per week, part-time |
| Location | Benbecula |
| Closing Date | 9am, Tuesday 22nd April 2025 |
Position: We are seeking a Facilities Operative to be based at our Benbecula campus.
Responsibilities: The post holders will provide efficient and effective care and maintenance of the Benbecula campus building and grounds as directed. You will be responsible for the opening and closing of the campus and undertake minor maintenance and general upkeep. You will be required to be an Emergency First Aider at Work of which training will be provided.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills: The suitable candidates should have experience as a Janitor or equivalent and have a knowledge of buildings and grounds maintenance. You must have a clean Driving License and be willing to work flexible hours when necessary. A First Aid Certificate would be advantageous.
A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application.
Benefits of working for us:
- 45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
- Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
- 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
- Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
- Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- £80 towards cost of glasses required for VDU work
To Apply: For a full job description and an application form, download the pack at: Staff - Vacancies (uhi.ac.uk) or email recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk
If you have any queries about the application process please contact recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk.