Maintenance Officer (Trade Skills)
Crawley College, part of the Chichester College Group
Salary: £27,785 – £30,364 per annum, plus £610.08 Crawley Weighting Allowance per annum.
Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
Overview
Crawley College is seeking a reliable and skilled Maintenance Officer to join our Estates & Facilities team. This role involves carrying out a wide range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks across the college estate. You will respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies, make routine inspections and health and safety checks, and work closely with colleagues and contractors to maintain facilities to a high standard.
Responsibilities
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks across the college estate.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.
- Make routine inspections and health & safety checks.
- Support day‑to‑day operation of the campus building and facilities.
- Collaborate with Estates team colleagues and liaise with contractors where required.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Proven experience in a maintenance or facilities role.
- Good practical skills across a range of trades (basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating).
- Proactive, flexible approach to work with strong awareness of health and safety practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme – 20.4% employer contribution.
- 25 days annual leave (increase to 28 days with continuous service) plus bank holidays, college holiday closure days and a wellbeing day. Up to 5 additional days can be purchased.
- Discount schemes on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
- Family‑friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).
- Continuous professional development opportunities – development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of courses and activities.
- Additional benefits: more details in the Staff Benefits booklet.
Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding
We are an equal opportunities employer. The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. We pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people. We guarantee an interview for all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. We encourage applications from those seeking part‑time roles, job shares or other flexible arrangements.
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