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The University of Surrey · Estates & Facilities Maintenance Services

LEV Technician

Guildford Permanent Full-time £36,320–£39,560 / year
Closes in 11 days

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The University of Surrey is seeking a skilled LEV Technician to join the Estates & Facilities Maintenance Services team. Based on the vibrant Guildford campus, the successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining the infrastructure and facilities that support world-class teaching, research and student life.

Working within the Maintenance Services team, responsibilities will include:

- Assisting with the maintenance, inspection and testing of Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems across the University estate.
- Supporting the delivery of statutory compliance activities associated with laboratory, workshop and specialist ventilation systems.
- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
- Helping ensure campus facilities remain safe, efficient and operational.
- Diagnosing and resolving faults across a wide range of building services systems.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Delivering high standards of customer service to the campus community.

What We're Looking For:

- Experience in maintenance, mechanical engineering, ventilation, HVAC, building services or a related technical discipline.
- An interest in engineering systems, compliance and technical problem solving.
- A willingness to learn and undertake specialist training in Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems.
- A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A commitment to health, safety and compliance standards.

Full training will be provided for the successful candidate, including support towards industry-recognised LEV and compliance qualifications. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a specialist career within engineering compliance, ventilation systems and statutory maintenance.

Benefits include:

- Excellent work-life balance.
- Up to 40 days annual leave (including University closure days for eligible roles).
- Generous University pension contributions.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Opportunities to expand skills across multiple disciplines.
- Discounted membership at Surrey Sports Park.
- On-site discounted childcare.
- A supportive team environment where expertise is valued.

Please note this position will be employed by Operate Surrey Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Surrey.

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Job details
Reference
054526
Category
Estates & Facilities
Posted
10 Nov 2026

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