Total 7 Senior Executive level Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Reading, Home Counties, Reading

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.
We are seeking to appoint two highly motivated and flexible Senior Maintenance Electricians to join the Campus Operations team, within Estates, offering a reactive maintenance service maintaining the University’s low voltage electrical network and associated equipment in university owned properties. You will need the confidence and ability to carry out reactive and planned maintenance on the university’s LV electrical systems, investigating, fault finding and seeking solutions to electrical faults and failures.
Our team operate a 36 hour working week and the successful candidates will have the opportunity to join our on-call rota offering a 24/7 service. The call out duty attracts a generous stand by allowance and overtime payments for all call outs.
Salary Package: up to 42K (based on a basic salary G5 up to £34k plus call out standby on average £2.75k and overtime average £2.75k plus potential additional responsibility payments for specific qualifications, skills and /or experience up to £2.5k).
Please apply and clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria:

- Recognised time served apprenticeship, and NVQ Level 3 qualifications or equivalent, in Electrical Installation or Maintenance including C&G AM2 practical assessment
- Experienced and competent in all aspects of electrical planned, preventative and day to day reactive maintenance issues, with extensive experience in fault finding on complex electrical installations.
- Thorough knowledge of electrical safe working practices including isolation plus an awareness of current statutory requirements, including a broad knowledge H&S and the risk assessment process.
- Good communicator with client- facing attitude and demonstrable customer care
- Flexible, well organised, able to project a professional image and demonstrate proactive attitude in work related issues.
- Participate in the Maintenance Team Call-out rota.

When completing the application you should match your qualifications, training, skills and experience to the job description key recruiting criteria giving full details and filling in all sections.
The University of Reading aims to create a fair and transparent reward strategy; ensuring staff are paid a competitive salary and are recognised and rewarded for their contribution.
Members of staff have the opportunity to join a pension scheme sponsored by the University.
We have a strong commitment to health and well-being and staff can benefit from discounted membership at the SportsPark, an Employee Assistance Programme and a Health Cash Plan.

Closing date: 24th November 2024
Interview and practical assessment date: 5th or 6th December 2024

Contact Details:
Contact Name Luke Spencer
Contact Job Title Reactive Maintenance Manager
Contact Email address l.t.r.spencer@reading.ac.uk
Alternative Contact Name Guneet Bhatti
Alternative Contact Job Title Deputy Head of Reactive Maintenance
Alternative Contact Email address g.k.bhatti@reading.ac.uk

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route.  Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying.  There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.
The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Technical Services is seeking to appoint a Senior Technician with a strong background in the chemical analysis of soils, plants and water to support teaching and research in the School of Archaeology, Geography and Environmental Sciences. For prospective candidates with experience of operating, troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instrumentation (e.g., ICP-OES, GC, Elemental Analyser, Continuous Flow Analyser, Ion Chromatography, Cavity Ring Down Spectrophotometry), this post offers an exciting employment opportunity at the University of Reading that currently ranks very highly in the UK for research quality in Earth Systems and Environmental Science.

Joining a small team of technicians, the post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day running of a suite of wet chemistry and analytical laboratories. Candidates with an aptitude for demonstrating laboratory techniques to staff and students are encouraged to apply.

You will have:

- A science degree, HND, NVQ4 (or equivalent) or basic professional qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Physical Geography, Geochemistry). Candidates with a degree in a related subject (e.g., Biology, Plant Science, Bioscience) may also be considered if they have relevant experience in environmental analytical techniques.
- A broad knowledge across a range of laboratory techniques (ideally quite advanced in some areas), used in Earth Systems & Environmental Science.
- Significant experience of operating, troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instrumentation.
- Ability to train and demonstrate to staff and students, explain procedures and provide assistance with equipment and techniques where necessary.

Candidates should refer to the Essential Criteria listed in the Person Specification linked to this advert, when preparing their supporting statements. Support working alongside other technical divisions operating across multiple buildings may be required. Training will be provided in specialist techniques and use of equipment, where necessary.

We in Technical Services are committed to the development of our staff and we actively strive to diversify our team. We are a founding signatory of the Technician Commitment and an Employer Champion. We are dedicated to providing all applicants equality of opportunity. You can find out about our inclusive approach on our EDITS page Diversity and Inclusion (reading.ac.uk)

Closing date: 03 November 2024
Interviews will be held: Week commencing 25 November 2024

Contact: Dr Karen Wicks
Contact: Associate Director (Technical Services)
Contact Email address: k.wicks@reading.ac.uk

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Required ASAP - 37 hours per week, Term time only plus 5 INSET days

We are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Science Technician to join our existing team. The main purpose of the role is to co-ordinate the use of practical resources and facilities to support our Science teaching. The successful candidate will be someone who is proactive, approachable, calm and professional.

You will ideally have experience of working in a school environment and have an awareness of health and safety issues relating to school science. Awareness of CLEAPSS and/or COSHH regulations would be an advantage

Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is a successful and oversubscribed school. We are committed to character education, helping students flourish not only through academic excellence but by offering them the opportunities to grow and develop.

It’s an exciting time to join our friendly, supportive and dedicated staff.

What the school offers its staff

A job description and application form can be downloaded from our website - https://www.hughfaringdon.org/home/join-us/vacancies

You can also submit your application via the upload application link on our website.

Further information can also be obtained from Juliet Lyons, Operations Assistant – recruitment@hughfaringdon.org

Closing Date - Sunday 3rd November 2024

Applications considered upon receipt.

Interviews will be organised as and when applications are received.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Please refer to the job description attached for further details on the main responsibilities. For further information, please contact Emily Coulsting, Deputy Lead Technician - Dispensary Services, on 0118 322 7793 or email emily.coulsting@royalberkshire.nhs.uk

What skills and experience we're looking for

Required ASAP -37 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days

We are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Science Technician to join our existing team. The main purpose of the role is to co-ordinate the use of practical resources and facilities to support our Science teaching. The successful candidate will be someone who is proactive, approachable, calm and professional.

You will ideally have experience of working in a school environment and have an awareness of health and safety issues relating to school science. Awareness of CLEAPSS and/or COSHH regulations would be an advantage

Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is a successful and oversubscribed school. We are committed to character education, helping students flourish not only through academic excellence but by offering them the opportunities to grow and develop.

It’s an exciting time to join our friendly, supportive and dedicated staff.

What the school offers its staff

A job description and application form can be downloaded from our website - https://www.hughfaringdon.org/home/join-us/vacancies

You can also submit your application via the upload application link on our website.

Further information can also be obtained from Karyn Stiles, Head of Operations – recruitment@hughfaringdon.org

Closing Date - Sunday 1st September 2024

Applications considered upon receipt.

Interviews will be organised as and when applications are received.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Research 1. Ensure the set-up and supervising the running of the Clinical Trials within the dispensary, monitoring quality and effectiveness. 2. Assist in planning training schedules for staff new to the clinical trials. 3. Assist the Lead Clinical Trials Pharmacist and/or Clinical trials Pharmacist in the setting, reviewing and monitoring of quality standards and organizing audits to improve efficiency for the dispensary. 4. Develop new systems of work as required by service developments. 5. Obtain and keep up to date with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Training 6. Work within the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trial) Regulations 2004 and the EU Directives relating to Clinical Trials and the Research Governance Framework. 7. Review all Clinical Trial protocols which will involve the pharmacy department. This may be prior to Trust Research & Development (R&D) Approval. 8. Participate in confidential communication with the Lead Clinical Trials Pharmacist and/or Clinical trials Pharmacist, Investigators, Research Nurses, Trust R&D, Sponsors, Pharmaceutical Company Clinical Research Associates, Pharmacy Aseptic Services Unit (PASU) staff and dispensary staff during the Pharmacy Approval process, the setting up of new studies and during the running of the study. 9. Develop, implement and maintain clear and accurate written procedures for dispensing for each clinical trial in the dispensaries in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and each studys protocol. 10. Ensure Clinical Trial protocols are followed during dispensing of Clinical Trial Investigational Medical Products and other drugs included in the protocol. 11. Maintain and setup systems to reclaim any reimbursement of free or discounted stock of Investigational Medical Product used in Clinical Trials within the dispensaries. 12. Maintain Clinical Trial filing systems. 13. Design drug accountability documentation and prescriptions for Clinical Trials, if required. 14. Conduct auditing and monitoring of Trust research on behalf of the R&D department

Shape better services as a Senior Pensions Technician

Capita are looking for a Senior Pensions Technician to join our home based team on a full time, permanent basis. If you’re the type of person who is confident, experienced & is great with problem solving, then this role is for you!

Job title:

Senior Pensions Technician

Job Description:

What you will be doing:

• Supporting the policy & procedure and administration teams in the delivery of services
• Be responsible for supporting the administration team and projects by identifying innovative ways of improving processes and their implementation
• Implementing changes to the systems and finding efficient, cost-effective solutions.
• Work closely with senior leadership to ensure that the work and scope of projects cover necessary aspects required.
• Train & align yourselves with the team and other dependent business partners ensuring optimum project aligned tasks & implementation processes are followed.
• Work collaboratively with the operations team, to balance operational needs with project requirements.
• Work collaboratively with other technicians & programme managers to review projects in pipeline and analyse operational aspects & how they will impact the operations.
• Deliver training to the team on legislation updates or improvements to processes.
• Write and review work instructions and process notes to enable the administration team to adhere to policy.
• Analysing data sets to identify trends and provide management with valuable information.

What we are looking for:

• Strong knowledge of DB and DC pensions
• A self-motivated and enthusiastic candidate with the ability to work to tight deadlines, with minor or no supervision
• Successful track record in building relationships with key stakeholders & Clients.
• Skilled in the use of MS office products (e.g. word, excel etc).
• Strong analytical and data-analysis skills.
• Exposure to pensions calculations, with the ability to complete reconciliation tasks.

About Capita Pension Solutions

At Capita Pension Solutions (CPS) we continue to grow and evolve our Strategy & Product function.  We are at another exciting point in that evolution, defining and executing CPS’s strategic goals as well as developing the next generation of market leading Products and Services.  We have ambitious objectives and plans for 2024 and beyond and in support of that we are seeking applications for two very important roles.

What’s in it for you?

•  23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
• Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
• The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
• Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform

What we hope you’ll do next:

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

We’re an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you’d like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email Iqbal at reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website.  

Location:

Home-Based - GBR

,

United Kingdom

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent