Maintenance Assistant / Plumbing Technician - 1 FTE / 35 hours per week (Permanent)

We are looking for a skilled and reliable person, ideally with plumbing experience, to join our Estates team and help keep our College campuses operating safely and efficiently.

This is a hands on role where you will carry out a range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks, using your practical skills to maintain our buildings, equipment and facilities to a high standard ensuring work is completed in line with health and safety procedures and recording work activities and communicating updates using digital systems such as Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.

As the role cover all three of the College’s campuses (Springburn, East End and Easterhouse) a driving licence is essential.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves carrying out: -

The main activities of the post to be undertaken by the post holder will include:

• Carrying out minor plumbing and repair work as required i.e. unblocking of sinks/wcs, replacing taps/washers/cisterns;
• Carrying out general repairs and building upkeep as required;
• Carrying out minor joinery and repair work as required;
• Carrying out planned and unplanned maintenance and repairs across all College campuses as required;
• Assisting colleagues with activities such as painting, gardening duties and general routine campus maintenance tasks;
• Transporting equipment and materials between College campuses and collection from suppliers;
• Respond in a timely manner to requests raised via the Estates helpdesk.
• Record and share work activities as required using digital systems in line with College procedure.
• Complying with the Data Protection Act, Health & Safety legislation and COSHH;
• Undertaking any other appropriate duties assigned by the Senior Facilities Officers.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Skills and Competencies:

• Practical skills to undertake a range of basic maintenance tasks and repair tasks to a good standard;
• Competent in the safe use and basic upkeep of tools and equipment and keep them in good working order.
• Good verbal skills with the ability to follow written instructions and communicate clearly with others;
• Good organisation and time management skills with the ability to manage workload and meet agreed timescales;
• Flexible and adaptable approach supporting the operational requirements across the College campuses;
• Ability to work efficiently and safely at all times in accordance with the College safe ways of working, seeking advice and guidance when required;
• Ability to plan, prioritise and respond effectively to both scheduled and reactive maintenance tasks;
• Work within established systems and processes;
• Reliable and able to complete tasks within agreed deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team;
• The ability to use own initiative to resolve routine maintenance tasks.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Ability to use digital systems, including Microsoft Office products (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel and MS Teams/Forms) to share information and record work activities.

Experience:

• Experience of undertaking general building maintenance or trade-related work (e.g. basic plumbing, joinery, painting and repairs).
• Experience of carrying out planned and unplanned maintenance tasks.
• Experience of working within health and safety guidelines and safe systems of work.
• Experience of working positively as part of a team

Benefits

Why work at Glasgow Kelvin:

• Access to a generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid working (dependent and the needs of the service).
• Annual Leave – 33 days per annum plus 12 public holidays.
• A professional development review process – continuous professional and personal development.
• Professional and personal development for all staff – we offer an extensive range of staff development opportunities and events to support you in your role, help you reach your full potential and plan for your future.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Mileage Allowance – reclaimable for travel on College Business
• Employee Assistance Programme –– a 24-hour service that supports your health and wellbeing.
• Flexible Working and Family Friendly Policy – Flexible Working, Maternity, Parental, Paternity and Adoption Leave – enhanced entitlements.
• Sick Pay – Enhanced entitlement above the national average.
• Wellbeing – a range of activities to enhance and support your wellbeing, access to sports facilities and fitness activities.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 29 March 2026

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 29 March 2026

 

About Glasgow Kelvin College

About Glasgow Kelvin College:Glasgow Kelvin College seeks to provide learning opportunities of the highest quality, which engages learners from the widest range of backgrounds, and supports their progression to employment or to further study. We play a vital role in providing accessible vocational and core-skills learning and you will have the opportunity help us create progression opportunities for learners and makes a positive impact on the communities we serve.

We deliver high-quality programmes, from introductory to degree level, to around 15,000 students each year from three campus buildings in the North and Northeast of Glasgow and through a large network of community-based centres. The College works with partners to create inclusive progression opportunities in a vibrant and sustainable environment for our learners.

Roles within the College are subject to the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and as such the successful candidate(s) will be required to make an application for membership under the Scheme.

At Glasgow Kelvin College, we are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diverse society we serve. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, and we actively seek to attract talent from a wide range of backgrounds. Our goal is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.

We are dedicated to being an employer of choice by prioritising diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. Our inclusive policies and practices ensure that every team member experiences a strong sense of belonging and can thrive both personally and professionally. We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee to interview applicants who meet the essential job requirements. 

Join us at Glasgow Kelvin College and be part of a team that celebrates diversity and champions inclusion. Your unique perspective and experiences are not just welcomed—they are essential to our collective success.

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