University Joiner (Fixed-Term Contract until 31 March 2025)
Applications for this vacancy closed on 3 April 2024 at 12:00PM
**Join the University of Oxford as a University Joiner on a fixed-term
contract until 31 March 2025**
The University of Oxford invites skilled joiners to become a part of our
esteemed Estates Services. Here, you won't just work on buildings—you'll
preserve history, craft bespoke pieces, and contribute to the legacy of one of
the world's most prestigious academic institutions.
At Oxford University, excellence isn't just a goal—it's our way of life. Our
research tackles global challenges, from climate change to pandemics.
**Estates Services**
Estates Services is responsible for the management and strategic direction of
Oxford University's functional and commercial estate comprising over 450
buildings and the infrastructure associated with them.
A University Joiner is a specialist member of our Team who supports all high-
level carpentry and joinery work within the University as well as colleges*.*
**About the Role:**
As a University Joiner, you'll operate at the highest level, crafting complex
repairs and furniture using both traditional techniques and modern machinery.
From prestigious listed buildings to innovative prototypes, your work will be
varied and impactful. You'll collaborate with internal teams and external
contractors, ensuring our spaces are both beautiful and functional.
As a member of the team you will need to carry out reactive and planned
maintenance tasks ensuring that any down-time is minimised, advising on
remedial and corrective works as appropriate communicating with stakeholders
with regards to scheduled interruptions of services.
As a valued member of our team, you'll work closely with our Joinery Manager
to design and build prototypes for furniture and building elements. These
prototypes will serve as blueprints for our team's future projects, so your
attention to detail and craftsmanship will be crucial.
**What we offer:**
As an employer, we value the well-being and development of all our employees.
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
• 30 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Extensive personal and professional development opportunities
• Supportive childcare services for working parents and guardians
• Generous family leave for pregnancy, adoption, paternity, and shared
parental leave
• Excellent contributory pension scheme for your financial future
• Salary sacrifice scheme for additional savings
• Subsidised sports centre membership to promote well-being
• Cycle loan scheme to encourage sustainable commuting
• Discounted bus and transit travel
In addition, you will have access to a vibrant community with social groups
and sports clubs, fostering an inclusive atmosphere.
**About You**
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of Joinery, building and
furniture design with specific knowledge of wood types. You will also have
experience and knowledge of furniture construction and repair.
**Selection Criteria: Essential**
• Educated to an NVQ Level 3 or have significant experience in joinery and
architectural joinery.
• Extensive knowledge of Joinery, building and furniture design with specific
knowledge of wood types.
• Have experience and knowledge of furniture construction and repair.
• Ability to manage contractors attending site including supervising basic
reactive maintenance via other Estates Services staff.
• Ability to maintain and manage their own workload with limited input
including record keeping.
• Experience of customer service with client management
**Selection Criteria: Desirable**
• Qualified or certified trade qualifications
• CSCS training
• First Aid
• Driving Licence
**How to Apply:**
To apply for this position, please submit the following documents as part of
your online application:
• Covering letter/supporting statement
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Contact details of two referees (only contacted if you are successful)
Only applications received **before 12 pm on Wednesday 3 April 2024 can be
considered.**
**Interviews will hold in the week commencing 8 April 2024.**
contract until 31 March 2025**
The University of Oxford invites skilled joiners to become a part of our
esteemed Estates Services. Here, you won't just work on buildings—you'll
preserve history, craft bespoke pieces, and contribute to the legacy of one of
the world's most prestigious academic institutions.
At Oxford University, excellence isn't just a goal—it's our way of life. Our
research tackles global challenges, from climate change to pandemics.
**Estates Services**
Estates Services is responsible for the management and strategic direction of
Oxford University's functional and commercial estate comprising over 450
buildings and the infrastructure associated with them.
A University Joiner is a specialist member of our Team who supports all high-
level carpentry and joinery work within the University as well as colleges*.*
**About the Role:**
As a University Joiner, you'll operate at the highest level, crafting complex
repairs and furniture using both traditional techniques and modern machinery.
From prestigious listed buildings to innovative prototypes, your work will be
varied and impactful. You'll collaborate with internal teams and external
contractors, ensuring our spaces are both beautiful and functional.
As a member of the team you will need to carry out reactive and planned
maintenance tasks ensuring that any down-time is minimised, advising on
remedial and corrective works as appropriate communicating with stakeholders
with regards to scheduled interruptions of services.
As a valued member of our team, you'll work closely with our Joinery Manager
to design and build prototypes for furniture and building elements. These
prototypes will serve as blueprints for our team's future projects, so your
attention to detail and craftsmanship will be crucial.
**What we offer:**
As an employer, we value the well-being and development of all our employees.
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
• 30 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Extensive personal and professional development opportunities
• Supportive childcare services for working parents and guardians
• Generous family leave for pregnancy, adoption, paternity, and shared
parental leave
• Excellent contributory pension scheme for your financial future
• Salary sacrifice scheme for additional savings
• Subsidised sports centre membership to promote well-being
• Cycle loan scheme to encourage sustainable commuting
• Discounted bus and transit travel
In addition, you will have access to a vibrant community with social groups
and sports clubs, fostering an inclusive atmosphere.
**About You**
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of Joinery, building and
furniture design with specific knowledge of wood types. You will also have
experience and knowledge of furniture construction and repair.
**Selection Criteria: Essential**
• Educated to an NVQ Level 3 or have significant experience in joinery and
architectural joinery.
• Extensive knowledge of Joinery, building and furniture design with specific
knowledge of wood types.
• Have experience and knowledge of furniture construction and repair.
• Ability to manage contractors attending site including supervising basic
reactive maintenance via other Estates Services staff.
• Ability to maintain and manage their own workload with limited input
including record keeping.
• Experience of customer service with client management
**Selection Criteria: Desirable**
• Qualified or certified trade qualifications
• CSCS training
• First Aid
• Driving Licence
**How to Apply:**
To apply for this position, please submit the following documents as part of
your online application:
• Covering letter/supporting statement
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Contact details of two referees (only contacted if you are successful)
Only applications received **before 12 pm on Wednesday 3 April 2024 can be
considered.**
**Interviews will hold in the week commencing 8 April 2024.**
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**Join the University of Oxford as a University Joiner on a fixed-term
contract until 31 March 2025** The University of Oxford invites skilled joiners to become a part of our esteemed Estates Services. Here, you won't just work on buildings—you'll preserve history, craft bespoke pieces, and contribute to the legacy of one of the world's most prestigious academic institutions. At Oxford University, excellence isn't just a goal—it's our way of life. Our research tackles global challenges, from climate change to pandemics. **Estates Services** Estates Services is responsible for the management and strategic direction of Oxford University's functional and commercial estate ... Join the University of Oxford as a University Joiner on a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2025 The University of Oxford invites skilled joiners to become a part of our esteemed Estates Services. Here, you won't just work on buildings—you'll preserve history, craft bespoke pieces, and contribute to the legacy of one of the world's most prestigious academic institutions. At Oxford University, excellence isn't just a goal—it's our way of life. Our research tackles global challenges, from climate change to pandemics. Estates Services Estates Services is responsible for the management and strategic direction of Oxford University's ... |
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