Working as part of a team responsible for the operational maintenance of University premises, you will be undertaking planned and reactive work on Mechanical systems to support the University’s infrastructure and environmental control systems across all our premises, ensuring that they are maintained in a safe, efficient, and functional order.

You'll be required to support our current day pattern of 08.00 – 16.12 Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Maintain all Mechanical systems, including statutory inspection and testing where required, to meet current legislative requirements.
• Ensure failing plant or assets are reported to the Helpdesk and plant areas are maintained in good condition.
• Deliver an effective and timely response to maintenance demands across the University in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Ensure compliance with all University Health and Safety and Environmental systems and procedures, and take an active part in the development of these policies
• Ensure the use of equipment and materials in delivery of maintenance services are appropriate and meet current legislative standards.
• Keep up to date with Mechanical related legislation and developments, attending courses and passing all necessary exams to maintain professional accreditation.
• Carry out multi-skilled tasks, where relevant, such as (but not restricted to) Electrical  isolation and fault finding, minor carpentry, redecoration repairs linked to maintenance work.
• Complete all administrative work associated with departmental management systems, including the completion of work records, timesheets, stores issues, estimates and health & safety records. Utilise Building Logbook to record all maintenance visits and any relevant defective information and repairs. All defects to be reported immediately to the help desk for further action.

You’ll need good planning, organising and prioritising skills, and will be expected to tackle more complex tasks, take on additional responsibilities and communicate effectively at a senior level.

The post holder may be required to support out of hours rotas as required by the Service Support Manager to ensure operational effectiveness and business continuity.

What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.

Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment.

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:

• 40 Days Holiday (25 Days Annual Leave + 7 University Closure Days + Bank Holidays)
• Additional Day of Leave per year of service for 5 years
• 36 Hour Working week
• Highly-competitive Pension
• Relevant Training & Development
• On-site discounted Nursery/Childcare
• Electric Vehicle Leasing scheme
• Discounted Surrey Sports Park Membership

For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University Website.

Please note this position will be employed by Operate Surrey Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Surrey.

Closing Date: 25 May 2026

Area: Operational Services

Salary: £37,694 to £39,906 per annum

As part of our Campus Safety Team, you’ll play a key role in creating a safe, supportive and welcoming environment for our students, staff and visitors. From busy lecture days to quiet nights on campus, your work helps ensure that learning, living and recreation can happen confidently and securely.

We’re looking for someone calm, compassionate and confident — someone who understands that behind every call or incident is a person who may need reassurance, guidance or support. 

The Role

Working within our dedicated Control Room, you’ll be the central point for incident coordination across campus. You’ll liaise closely with the Campus Manager, deploy officers when required, and ensure that incidents are managed in a timely, proportionate and professional way.

But this role is about more than monitoring systems — it’s about judgement, communication and care.

You will:

- Act as the central hub for alarms, CCTV and site systems

- Communicate clearly and calmly via phone and radio, identifying key information quickly

- Support and direct Campus Safety Officers to incidents

- Make informed decisions, balancing safety, welfare and proportionality

- Record incidents accurately and ensure compliance with health & safety procedures

- Work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners, including Surrey Police

You’ll deal with a mix of routine matters and more complex situations. Some incidents may involve vulnerable individuals, so empathy, professionalism and a steady approach are essential.

About You

You’ll thrive in this role if you: 

- Remain calm under pressure 

- Have strong communication skills 

- Can prioritise effectively and think clearly in developing situations 

- Understand the importance of welfare and safeguarding 

- Work well as part of a team 

- Are confident using systems and technology 

A full, current manual driving licence is essential, along with a willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check and work within a 24/7 shift rota. 

What’s in it for you?

We believe Surrey is a fantastic place to work — vibrant, inclusive and forward-thinking.

Our beautiful, leafy campus offers green spaces, a picturesque lake and a real sense of community. You’ll be part of a university dedicated to life-changing education and research, working in an environment that values collaboration, respect and development.

Alongside this, we offer:

- 19 days annual leave + 7 University days + Bank Holidays

- Generous employer pension contribution 

- Travel & family benefits including subsidised rail fares, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare 

- Access to world-class leisure facilities at discounted rates 

- On-site parking, cafés and restaurants 

- Ongoing training and development opportunities 

Most importantly, you’ll join a supportive team where your contribution genuinely matters.

For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University of Surrey Website.  

The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

Closing Date: 20 May 2026

Area: Operational Services

Salary: £28,031 to £32,080