Estates Maintenance Officer in Edinburgh

UKCEH is looking for an experienced Estates Maintenance Officer to join our 600-strong team, contributing to scientific discovery and generating the data, insights and solutions that researchers, businesses and governments need to solve complex environmental challenges. 

Working at UKCEH is rewarding. Our science makes a real difference, enabling people and the environment to prosper, and enriching society. We are the custodians of a wealth of environmental data, collected by UKCEH and its predecessors over the course of more than 60 years.

As a valued member of our team, you’ll get: 

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Working alongside the Senior Maintenance Officer, you will be helping to look after the facilities of this exciting building, which is home to environmental scientists and professional services teams. As a vital point of contact for contractors, and to manage their visits to site, you’ll need excellent communication skills, as well as being helpful, proactive and solution focused.

This opportunity would suit someone with good, practical multi-trade skills, who enjoys variety and keen to take on responsibility as their experience grows. Confident IT skills are an essential part of this role. You’ll be responding to computer helpdesk requests, providing a proactive approach to maintenance and repair of a wide range of site plant and equipment, including coordinating servicing and inspections.

You’ll be joining a leading independent, not-for-profit research institute that’s committed to recruiting talented people like you, progressing your career and giving you the support you need to thrive at UKCEH. 

Your main responsibilities will include:

For the role of Estates Maintenance Officer, we are looking for somebody who has:

Desirable Skills (full training will be given):

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Whilst we do invite applications from international candidates, we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.