Location: York 

Salary: £31,236 to £33,951 per annum (£18,741 to £20,370 pro rata)

Introduction to YSJ University

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. 

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team

Estates Management & Development is responsible for the safety, compliance, sustainability and long‑term development of the University’s estate.

The team plays a central role in supporting the University’s strategic ambitions, including its commitment to environmental sustainability, carbon reduction and safe, a high‑performing learning environment.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated, technically minded Technical Officer (Compliance) to join our Estates team. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, Compliance & Sustainability, this is a part‑time role three days per week (with potential to expand to full-time). Working days to be agreed.

This is a varied and practical role with responsibility for ensuring statutory compliance across a broad range of technical areas, including:

• Radiology equipment (MRI) associated compliance requirements
• Electrical systems
• Gas and water systems
• Safe systems of work

You will maintain and develop statutory compliance records and documentation, lead targeted improvement projects, supervise specialist contractors and help strengthen the University’s compliance data capture and reporting processes.

Your work will make a direct contribution to the safety, effectiveness and sustainability of the University’s estate, supporting both regulatory assurance and continuous improvement.

There is clear scope for the role to develop over time, with the potential to extend to full‑time and increasingly focus on health technology and specialist technical compliance, depending on organisational need and individual capability.

Required Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will:

• Be educated to degree level in a numerate OR comparable relevant experience.
• Have strong IT and data‑handling skills, including Excel capability.
• Ideally have experience in facilities management, engineering or safety compliance (desirable, not essential).
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail and problem‑solving ability.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders.
• Take a proactive, independent approach, with a commitment to equality, inclusion and ongoing professional development.

Additional information

For informal enquiries, please contact Stuart Middleton at s.middleton@yorksj.ac.uk or 01904 876 083.

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and aptitude test. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 01 Jun 2026

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £31,236 to £33,951 per annum pro rata