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 June 2025 |
| Working hours | 8 hours per week, part-time |
| Location | Benbecula |
| Closing Date | 9am, Monday 13th January 2025 |
About us: UHI North, West and Hebrides, a partner of the University of the Highlands and Islands, has over 600 staff, 19 campuses, and circa 9000 students. We cover an area larger than Wales and encompass more than 40% of Scotland’s coastline. As Scotland’s newest college, we are at the forefront of pioneering distinctive and sustainable learning, research, and knowledge exchange for our country’s rural and island communities, with national and international reach.
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.