Deputy Head of Maintenance

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Deputy Head of Maintenance

Application Deadline: 20 March 2026

Department: Property

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Oxford

Compensation: GBP 32,108 - GBP 37,338 / year

Description

Forming a key part of the small Maintenance team, you will be able to put your hand to most tasks; responding to reports of faults and needs for repair across a diverse range of buildings from Grade I Listed Buildings to recently constructed purpose-built accommodation. The role involves working closely with members of the team, as well as supporting other departments in College with ad hoc requests. Occasional work at outlying sites will be required.
The salary range for the role based on full-time hours ( 39 per week ) is GBP 32,108 - GBP 37,338 per annum. Plus an additional allowance of GBP 2,000 pa.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 31 March 2026.

Key Responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Criteria

• Qualifications - Successful candidates need to hold trade qualifications to City and Guilds / NVQ or equivalent, as well as being up to date with health and safety and COSHH training.
• A full clean driving licence and be able and willing to drive the College vehicle to carry out work duties
• Practical and proven experience in all aspects of maintenance, fault finding and repair works.
• Experience and ability to turn hand to a variety of general maintenance tasks
• Able to work as a member of a team and be self-motivated when working alone.
• Organised and able to work methodically in a safe, clean and tidy manner.
• A working knowledge of the Health and Safety legislation
• Must be flexible and trustworthy, with good communication skills.
• Dedicated and enthusiastic with a 'hands-on' approach and a willingness to take on new responsibilities
• Good level of numeracy and written and spoken English.
• Basic IT skills.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Experience of working within a multi-function maintenance team and managing others
• PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) trained via Certified Course

Benefits

As well as becoming a valued member of our friendly community, and working in beautiful historic surroundings, we also offer the following benefits:
Meals - A free meal is available when on duty and the kitchen is open.
Holiday - A generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days per year (pro rata for part time posts), which includes all Bank and Public holidays.
Pension - On joining the College you will be automatically enrolled into either the Oxford Staff Pension Scheme ("OSPS") or University Superannuation Scheme, ("USS") as applicable.
Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access for you and your spouse/partner to a broad spectrum of services, including Health Management, Online and Face-to-Face Counselling, and Debt Management. Practical information and advice can also be accessed on all common topics, such as Consumer, Legal, Finance, Housing, Benefits, Family.

Bus Ticket Loan - You may, on the completion of your probation period, be entitled to receive an interest-free loan to enable you to purchase an annual season ticket for travel by bus, with a discount of 5% on the overall cost.

Personal Development - Staff are encouraged to develop both professionally and personally and the College supports employees to develop their skills and improve their performance throughout their time with the College.
Family-friendly policies - The College has a range of family-friendly policies in place, including parental and family leave, and flexible working.
Childcare Services - Open to University and College Staff and Students, the University owns a number of nurseries and has places at a number of Community nurseries which employees can apply for.
Oxford University Discounts - College staff will receive a University card which provides the following discounts:

• Free entry to Oxford Colleges and libraries
• 10% discount in some University shops.
• Free access to the University Botanical Gardens and Harcourt Arboretum.
• Discounted computer software from the University Computing Service.
• Access to Sports Facilities and Punt Hire - Staff may use the College's sports facilities and sign up for punt hire during the summer period for a small fee. Staff can also sign up for free to the University Club and use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates.

Library - College staff have access to the Meyricke Library, open 24 hours a day.
Eye Test/Glasses Reimbursement - a free eye test and a glasses contribution are offered for staff that are regularly display screen equipment (DSE) users and who have been advised they need glasses for DSE use.
Flu Vaccinations - a yearly flu vaccination scheme where staff not otherwise eligible to receive a free vaccination can obtain one at the cost of the College.
Staff Entertainment - The College arranges social events including coffee mornings, staff summer and Christmas party as well as a children's Christmas party.
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to earnings criteria) via Tusker.
Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme - also recently launched provided by Green Commute initiative.
Secure Bike Parking - bikes can be locked away securely on site.
On site Gym- induction must be completed prior to use.
Multifaith Room - available for staff and students.
Discounted Guest Rooms - Staff may book a guest room at Jesus College at a discounted rate, subject to availability and terms and conditions.