Estates Technician

About the role

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and competent individual to work as part of a busy Estates Team who are responsible for operating a number of campuses across the North East region.

Responsibilities will include the opening/securing of sites, basic repairs, completion of a planned preventative maintenance schedule, setting up of furniture as and when required, the removal of external litter/rubbish daily and the supervision of contractors/visitors.

Additional duties include dealing with graffiti/vandalism and snow/ice clearance of designated areas during the winter months.


About the Candidate

We are looking for people with the right skills and attitude necessary to ensure the availability and smooth running of each College site on a day to day basis. You will be flexible, customer focussed and prepared for travel between sites to support other members of the Estates team during busy times.

Hardworking, you should be a ‘self-starter’ in possession of good, organisational and interpersonal skills. You must be capable of multitasking, working to deadlines and priorities whilst working within an environment where manual handling, working at heights or working with contract staff is a regular occurrence. It is essential applicants have the ability to work as an individual and as part of a team. You should possess a current driving licence and suitable vehicle allowing travel between sites when required.


About EPNE

At Education Partnership North East, we are passionate about transforming lives through education. As a leading education provider in the North East of England, comprising of Sunderland College, Northumberland College and Hartlepool Sixth Form College we are committed to providing outstanding teaching and learning experiences that help our students to achieve their full potential; and we are ambitious. We are currently the top performing General Further Education college in the North East for 16-19 student achievement and ranked 2nd nationally.

We have a strong college community and encourage our staff and students to be their authentic selves, be respectful of others and to be innovative in how they deliver an excellent student experience by creating an exciting future for everyone working and studying across the group.

As an employer, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where our staff can thrive. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to investing in their development and wellbeing.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Due to the nature of this post you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.


Contact Details

Any queries please email the Hiring Manager, Garry Hope - garry.hope@sunderlandcollege.ac.uk

Please note we will only accept EPNE application forms. CV’s won’t be accepted.