Mechanical Assistant - Coventry, United Kingdom - Warwick University Enterprises Ltd t/a Uniperms

Warwick University Enterprises Ltd t/a Uniperms

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Coventry, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Uniperms have an exciting position for a Mechanical Assistant to work at The University of Warwick in the Estates team.

Based within the Mechanical Services team, your role will be to provide reactive and planned maintenance support, including statutory testing and basic repairs, to mechanical systems.

The role also assists the Mechanical Services team in the execution of their duties as required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Technical

To respond to individual job requests as allocated in the system, where the tasks are commensurate with the skill level and grade of the post. Ensure each job is seen through to completion to the required standard to meet SLAs.
In conjunction with other team members, analyse, fault find and make decisions about the feasibility and logistics of the jobs to be undertaken, taking into account how long it will take, the equipment needed and the potential cost, liaising with the Mechanical Supervisor when necessary.
To assist qualified trades staff in the provision of routine and reactive mechanical maintenance as required.
To provide a planned maintenance service according to a defined PPM schedule ensuring compliance with statutory testing and inspections (such as DHW and LPW systems, including cleaning strainers, glass traps and pump operations) maintaining and updating records upon completion as required.
Comply with all health and safety regulations and University policies and complete risk assessments on work variations. Identify and use the correct PPE.
Ensure the correct permits are in place prior to commencing work.
To ensure all works are completed to a high standard and work areas are left clean and tidy on completion.
Be able to carry out manual work, lifting loads up to 25 kg, and work at heights.

Organisation

To prioritise own daily workload and tasks in consultation with the Mechanical Supervisor, taking into account where the problem is, the nature of the problem, the number of people affected and the usage of the building.
To record resolutions and feedback to problems on work instructions, complete electronic timesheets, service records and other workrelated paperwork in priority order.
To maintain the tools and equipment for which the Mechanical Services team are responsible.
To establish quantities and order equipment and materials needed for particular jobs or tasks, using the ordering system.
Identify and assess potential risk to individual tasks and formulate and/or comply with risk assessments and method statements. Completing jobs in a variety of different settings and environments.

Communication

Liaise with Mechanical Supervisors, trades colleagues, contractors, Estates and other departmental staff throughout the University to advise and assist with planned and reactive maintenance, causing minimum disruption to customers.

Skills and Experience

Good understanding of job specific and general health and safety in the workplace, including risk assessments and method statements.
Ability to work as member of a team
Effective oral communication and customer service skills.
Proven ability to resolve simple problems and use own initiative.
Experience of planned preventative maintenance systems.
Safe use of Hydraulic/Manual lifting platforms.
Safe use and erection of mobile tower scaffolding.
Safe Entry into Confined spaces using emergency escape breathing apparatus.
Awareness of asbestos materials and nonlicensed removal works.
Possess an awareness of mechanical operations and systems, e.g. heating/ventilation systems.
The ability to organise own workload and work with mínimal supervision.
Full, clean UK or EU equivalent driving licence.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£23,144.00-£25,138.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Onsite gym
Onsite parking

Experience:

- handling Hydraulic/Manual lifting platforms: 1 year (preferred)
- handling and erection of mobile tower scaffolding: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute: