Wellington College is one of the world's leading co-educational boarding and day schools located in rural Berkshire set in a stunning 400 acre campus, home to a blend of breathtaking original architecture and modern state-of-the-art facilities to provide the best possible education environment for our pupils.
We have an exciting opportunity within our Works department who are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Machine Mechanic.
About the role:
You will join on a full time, permanent basis (40 hours per week).
The postholder will be responsible for the repair and maintainance of the estates departments machinery including two stroke, petrol as well as larger diesel grass cutting machinery and tractors. The college also has a small number of battery powered buggies and equipment that will need maintaining.
Dedication, hard work and passion will see you go far at Wellington College, we value and support our staff and you'll have the chance to develop existing and gain new skills with career progression opportunities available.
Benefits:
Wellington College offers a wide range of benefits, in addition to a competitive salary we offer * 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), free lunch whilst on duty, subsidised membership to the Wellington Health & Fitness Club, generous contribution to the personal pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme, cycle to work scheme, free parking and access to a health cash plan.
Key responsibilities (Including but not limited to; see job description for full requirements):
- Maintaining and repairing the machinery held in the department
- Recording the repairs and maintenance carried out using the college online system
- Carrying out inspections on machinery as needed for compliance purposes
- Helping manages the stock of consumable products such as oils and filters.
Person Specification
The successful incumbent must have
- Full and valid driving licence.
- Desirable to have a qualification relevant to the role
- Experience of maintaining a wide range of machinery and power tools
- Have worked in a role as a mechanic for at least 3 years
So, if you are committed to contributing towards the College community, think you've got what it takes to perform exceptionally in this role and would like to join our team, please apply now.
For further details, including how to apply, please visit the Support page of our website at https://wellingtoncollegerecruitment.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/. We can only accept applications via our vacancy website application form.
Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.
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