Estate Management SectionEstate Management design, repair, maintain and secure all campuses. We aim to provide a seamless service to all students, staff and visitors.Covering a multitude of services, we are available to assist with any issue concerning the University estate and grounds.We are looking for a Mechanical Craftsperson to work on mechanical systems in accordance with the University of Essex Safe working on Mechanical Systems policy. We are seeking both Competent Persons (CP) and Authorised Persons (AP) as part of this vacancy. Duties of the RoleThe post holder will be expected to diagnose and repair faults in complicated mechanical installations, plant and equipment and will undertake inspection and testing in line with current industry standards and statutory standards. The post holder will be expected to install new plant, equipment and services, and will be responsible for carrying out the full planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) programme of works. Additionally, the post holder will be working to manuals, instructions, drawings and specifications without direct supervision.A complete list of the duties of the post is available within the jobpack.Qualifications and Skills requiredThe successful candidate will have completed a recognised City & Guilds (C&G) qualification or registered programme of training regarding mechanical installations, maintenance and repair and will hold an NVQ level 2 or C&G or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related industry.It is essential that the successful candidate is able to demonstrate experience in the maintenance of commercial/industrial and domestic mechanical supplies, and advantageous if installation can be evidenced. The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively, and is willing to learn new methods of working, showing flexibility where required. Hours of work are 36 hours per week, to be worked over a shift system of 7am - 7pm. Weekend working is expected to be 1 weekend in 6 but flexibility is required. The post holder will be expected to cover the 'on-call' rota, which is anticipated to be 1 week in 12.At the University of Essex internationalism is central to who we are and what we do. We are committed to being a cosmopolitan, internationally-oriented university that is welcoming to staff and students from all countries and a university where you can find the world in one place.Please see the further detail link below for a full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application. Applications should be made on-line, but if you would like advice or help in making an application, or need information in a different format, please telephone the Resourcing Team (01206 873461 / 874588 / 873521).*Further detail: Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical) jobpack*More information: Working at the University