Facilities Support Assistant (3-month contract) (D20/25.IM)

University of the Highlands and Islands; Oban; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Scotland is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician for full-time employment. The ideal candidate will have experience in electrical systems and general maintenance work. Responsibilities include supporting facilities maintenance projects, assisting with electrical compliance tasks, and ensuring a safe working environment. The role offers a salary between £26,444 and £29,605 per annum, with a closing date for applications on January 7, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to submit their CV and cover letter for consideration.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical systems maintenance and repair.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Experience in facilities management within commercial or institutional settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide general facilities support and maintenance tasks.
• Assist with electrical projects including LED lighting and PAT testing.
• Conduct space rearrangements for upcoming projects.

Skills

Electrical systems maintenance

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Adaptability

Education

Electrical certification (e.g., 18th Edition)

Job description

Location: SAMS, Oban

Working Pattern: Full Time – Monday to Friday – 0845-1709 hrs (can be flexible on start/end times)

Salary Range: £26,444.000 - £29,605.00 per annum

Closing date: 7 th January 2026

The Role

We currently have a number of installation projects which require completion by the end of March. We also need extra help over the next few months with general maintenance activities to assist us over a busy period.

See list of facilities priority activities below:

• Provide practical general facilities support activities, working with the wider team, including general facilities maintenance support across all team activities for ad‑hoc and reactive works-building fixtures, fittings, fabric and installed systems and exterior works.
• Provide support to Electrical project and compliance works including LED lighting replacement works and Portable Appliance testing (PAT) works.
• Assist with project enabling works -space re-arrangements, re‑purposing in advance of site planned projects starting soon.
• General FM duties as required, which include room set ups for functions and meetings, furniture moves and office set ups.

Our Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a proactive and versatile individual, ideally with an electrical background and hands‑on experience in general maintenance. They should demonstrate excellent problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in an operational environment. Key attributes include:

Technical Expertise

• Proven experience in electrical systems maintenance and repair.
• Familiarity with construction enabling works and basic building services.

Practical Skills

• Skilled in furniture installation, room setup, and space optimisation.
• Ability to carry out general maintenance tasks across multiple disciplines.

Compliance & Safety

• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and risk assessments.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.

Personal Qualities

• Reliable, adaptable, and self‑motivated.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines under minimal supervision.

Desirable Qualifications

• Electrical certification (e.g., 18th Edition or equivalent).
• Experience in facilities management within commercial or institutional settings.

Applicants should apply by CV and cover letter quoting Job Redf. ‘D20/25.IM’ to [e-mail] by close of play 7 th January 2026 listing relevant work experience and any current certification you have in place.

What if I want to know more about what the role will entail?

If you have any queries on the post, please just drop us a note to [e-mail] and someone will pick this up between now and early January.

What happens after the closing date?

Short listed applicants will be invited for an onsite visit and tour of SAMS Facilities as well as discussion on the job outline. This will be held on 15 th January 2026 on‑site at SAMS.

The successful candidate must be able to start work as soon as possible and no later than the last week in January.

Please find further information below on how we can help you apply:

We are a Disability Confident Employer. Where a candidate requires reasonable adjustments as part of the application process, we encourage you to let us know. Where applicants with a disability meet the essential criteria for the, you will be given the opportunity to demonstrate your skills, talent and abilities at interview.

SAMS’ commitment to gender equality has been recognised, as our institute was presented with an Athena SWAN (Scientific Women’s Academic Network) Bronze Award and is currently working towards Investors in Diversity accreditation.

SAMS Group is committed to being an equal and open organisation. Diversity and inclusion are important to us, and we strive to remove any barriers that may prevent people from applying to join us. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, and from all who share our values and can help us to broaden our knowledge and range of ideas.