Estates Data - Reading, United Kingdom - University of Reading

University of Reading
University of Reading
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Reading, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Occupying three beautiful campuses (Whiteknights, with its early 19th century planned landscape, London Road with its formal gardens and ceremonial Great Hall, and Greenlands, Henley-on-Thames, with its riverside garden landscape) the unique "University within a Park" setting of the University of Reading is an inspiring place to come to work.

With such a varied portfolio, there is never a dull day in the Estates Team here at Reading.

As well as being responsible for the management and maintenance of the University's academic teaching and research buildings, we also care for a significant collection of Champion Trees, an expansive lake and the university SportsPark.


We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and flexible individual to join the Maintenance Services team as the Estates Data & Network Alarms Senior Technical Specialist, within the Estates Function.


The post holder will work within the Programme Maintenance section of Estates and be responsible for the delivery of a variety of small maintenance works but with specific emphasis on installing and maintaining a first rate electrical and data network infrastructure across the University Estate.

Works will range from refurbishment to new build of infrastructure and maintenance improvements.


The role holder will also be responsible for the performance management of maintenance contracts relating to security and fire alarms and will support the Deputy Head of Maintenance (Contracts) in the procurement, commercial management and day-to-day operational management of these contracts.


The role holder will also work alongside and support the University's Digital Technology Services Department (DTS) to ensure that University systems are working as effectively as possible and that network systems are installed in line with University policy and procedures.


The work will involve developing and implementing policies and processes, providing professional or specialist advice, as well as some project management work related to installing and upgrading the network Infrastructure.

You will have/b

e:

  • An effective manager with the ability to work well under pressure.
  • A relevant professional qualification i

e:

  • Minimum HNC/HND electrical engineering or equivalent
  • A positive and proactive approach to managing Health & Safety and for promoting its importance on all Projects.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • An understand contracts, procurement & service provisions.
  • Data network experience including selection, installation and testing of network infrastructure.

Informal contact details

Alternative informal contact details

Contact role:

Head or Programme Maintenance


Contact role:

Director of Maintenance Services


Contact name:

Chris Hellier


Contact name:

Emilia McDonald


Contact phone:

working hours only)


Contact phone:

n/a


The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation.

Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
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