Maintenance Technician

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them. Our people are key to our success, and each role contributes to the Group's ongoing progress in communities around the world.

Provide a high-quality maintenance and facilities service across Coventry University Group's estate. Carry out reactive repairs, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and minor project works. Ensure buildings remain safe, compliant, functional, and well-presented at all times. Undertake a wide range of building fabric repairs, maintenance activities, room adaptations, and refurbishment works. Support internal moves, furniture installations, event setups, and space reconfigurations.

Work closely with colleagues, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver a professional and customer-focused service. Ensure all activities comply with health and safety legislation, statutory requirements, and University procedures. Maintain accurate maintenance records using the University's CAFM system. Report defects and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the performance and sustainability of buildings and services. Experienced maintenance professional with a strong background in building maintenance, facilities services, or a multi-trade environment.

Practical experience carrying out a range of maintenance activities, particularly within plumbing, carpentry, building fabric repairs, and general maintenance tasks. Experience working with door furniture, locks, and minor building adaptations would be highly beneficial. Sound understanding of health and safety requirements and safe systems of work. Proactive problem solver with excellent customer service and communication skills. Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.

Capable of managing competing priorities. Confident liaising with staff, students, contractors, and other stakeholders. Experience using handheld devices, CAFM systems, or mobile work management systems would be advantageous. Comfortable undertaking manual handling activities, working at height using ladders or access equipment, and occasionally working in confined spaces. A full driving licence is required. Willingness to travel to other Coventry University Group locations, including London, Dagenham, Milton Keynes, and Scarborough, when operationally required.

Occasional overnight stays may be necessary. Excellent Employers Pension Contribution 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days Life Assurance 4 x Salary BUPA Cash Plan 50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers Cycle To work scheme
- Final date to receive applications: 21/10/2026 - Job Reference: 3861 - Division, Department: CUEL Infrastructure Services (IS), IPD Estates Delivery
- Competitive starting salary range from £25,557 up to £28,207 (dependent on experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered.

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Permanent, Full Time
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