Facilities Team Member

About the Role

Unite Students, part of the Unite Group dedicated to creating supportive student accommodation, is seeking a Facilities Team Member to join the team at Oldgate House in Huddersfield. This permanent position offers 30 hours per week, working 4 days out of 7 within the hours of 8am to 8pm, including weekend shifts on a rotating basis. The role comes with a salary of £21,400 annually and requires a valid full UK driving license.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out various maintenance duties including joinery, plastering, basic plumbing, electrical repairs, and reactive tasks to ensure the property is secure, safe, and well-maintained.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations by performing safety monitoring, responding swiftly to related issues, and following established procedures rigorously.
• Offer exceptional customer service by engaging positively with students and colleagues, addressing maintenance requests and feedback in a helpful, approachable manner.
• Utilize digital tools, such as PDA applications, to log maintenance issues precisely and complete scheduled inspections, reporting necessary repairs to the appropriate engineering personnel.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate brings a proactive and curious attitude with a strong commitment to continuous learning and problem-solving. Previous experience in maintenance and customer-facing roles is important, along with effective communication skills and the ability to handle diverse daily tasks efficiently. Compliance with health and safety standards and possession of a full UK driver’s license are essential.

Additional Details and Benefits

• Performance-related bonus paid biannually.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to purchase up to 5 extra days and earn 5 more for long service (full-time equivalent).
• Generous pension scheme with contributions ranging from 4% to 11% depending on your savings.
• Life insurance coverage equal to four times your salary.
• Access to a share save scheme offering Unite Students shares at discounted rates.
• Enhanced family leave policies including 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non-birthing parents.
• Medicash health cash plan to reclaim routine medical expenses (dental, optical, physiotherapy, etc.).
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for comprehensive support when needed.
• Annual paid volunteering day to contribute to community efforts.
• Discounted retail and hospitality services available through an online platform.
• Exclusive 20% student rent discount at directly let properties for eligible family members and dependents.
• Access to extensive learning resources and career development tools.