Estates Services News

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Temporary structure built at edge of Parks

A temporary modular structure has been built along the southern boundary between the Science Area and the University...

A temporary modular structure has been built along the southern boundary between the Science Area and the University Parks, after being granted planning permission and securing the...

A temporary modular structure has been built along the southern boundary between the Science Area and the University Parks, after being granted planning permission and securing the agreement of the Curators of the...

18 July 2019

Tinbergen demolition and replacement plans move forward

The University is making progress with its plans to demolish the Tinbergen building and replace it with a new world-class...

The University is making progress with its plans to demolish the Tinbergen building and replace it with a new world-class centre for life and mind sciences, the provisionally-titled...

The University is making progress with its plans to demolish the Tinbergen building and replace it with a new world-class centre for life and mind sciences, the provisionally-titled Life and Mind Building.

18 July 2019

Wytham Chalet finished

The project to refurbish the Wytham Chalet, managed by the Capital Projects team, has now been completed.

18 July 2019

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Improvement works move forward at Castle Mill

Work has been completed on two blocks at the University’s Castle Mill graduate accommodation site.

17 July 2019

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Colleges to join University Access Guide

Buildings in colleges are being added to the University’s Access Guide, which provides information on how accessible...

Buildings in colleges are being added to the University’s Access Guide, which provides information on how accessible buildings across...

13 February 2020

MEET THE TEAM

New Shift Supervisor at Security Services

Mark Curtis has been promoted to Shift Supervisor at Security Services.

11 February 2020

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Smartwatch-based alarm monitoring on the way

The Security Services team have been working to upgrade the University’s alarm monitoring system to a modern...

The Security Services team have been working to upgrade the University’s alarm monitoring system to a modern smartwatch-based one, and have now received funding to complete the p...

The Security Services team have been working to upgrade the University’s alarm monitoring system to a modern smartwatch-based one, and have now received funding to complete the project.

17 July 2019

Photo of a group of people in academic dress posing outside of the Sheldonian as part of Encaenia 2019

Security Services help Encaenia run smoothly despite protests

Encaenia, the highlight of the University’s ceremonial year, took place on June 26, with honorary degrees presented...

Encaenia, the highlight of the University’s ceremonial year, took place on June 26, with honorary degrees presented to luminaries ranging from astronomer and physicist Professor Andrea...

Encaenia, the highlight of the University’s ceremonial year, took place on June 26, with honorary degrees presented to luminaries ranging from astronomer and physicist Professor Andrea Ghez to famed cellist Yo-Yo...

26 June 2019

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Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Estates Services has organised training for members of Project Boards in 2021.

7 December 2020

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READ ABOUT THE AWARD

Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College Award

The University has again received the Fairtrade University and College Award, following a student-led audit.

18 June 2020

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Work with us to make your server room more energy-efficient

A recent project led by Environmental Sustainability transformed the efficiency of the cooling system for the server...

A recent project led by Environmental Sustainability transformed the efficiency of the cooling system for the server room in the Wolfson Building, and the team are now looking to apply...

A recent project led by Environmental Sustainability transformed the efficiency of the cooling system for the server room in the Wolfson Building, and the team are now looking to apply similar methods all over the...

10 April 2019

Old Boys High School Cupola restored

Conservation & Buildings team members moved quickly to avoid further damage after part of the cupola at the...

Conservation & Buildings team members moved quickly to avoid further damage after part of the cupola at the top of the Old Boys High School on George Street was found to have fallen...

Conservation & Buildings team members moved quickly to avoid further damage after part of the cupola at the top of the Old Boys High School on George Street was found to have fallen off this winter.

3 April 2019

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Parks team inspect next generation of bedding plants

As we move into autumn, University Parks staff are already looking towards their winter and spring bedding dis...

As we move into autumn, University Parks staff are already looking towards their winter and spring bedding displays.

16 September 2019

University Mail Services team working together

University Mail Service to merge with College Messengers

The central University Mail Service is in the process of merging with the College Messengers, based at Magdalen...

The central University Mail Service is in the process of merging with the College Messengers, based at Magdalen College.

22 July 2019

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Making the University's food more sustainable

The Facilities Management, Purchasing and Environmental Sustainability teams have been working closely with catering...

The Facilities Management, Purchasing and Environmental Sustainability teams have been working closely with catering contractor Compass to make the University’s food more sustain...

The Facilities Management, Purchasing and Environmental Sustainability teams have been working closely with catering contractor Compass to make the University’s food more sustainable.

19 July 2019

Science Transit shuttle evolves into public bus with new operator

Thames Travel has taken over operation of the Science Transit Shuttle service from 15 July.

19 July 2019

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Estates Services News

Buildings & Space

Temporary structure built at edge of Parks

Tinbergen demolition and replacement plans move forward

Wytham Chalet finished

Improvement works move forward at Castle Mill

People & Partnerships

Colleges to join University Access Guide

New Shift Supervisor at Security Services

Security

Smartwatch-based alarm monitoring on the way

Security Services help Encaenia run smoothly despite protests

Events & Achievements

Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College Award

Repairs & Maintenance

Work with us to make your server room more energy-efficient

Old Boys High School Cupola restored

Facilities & Services

Parks team inspect next generation of bedding plants

University Mail Service to merge with College Messengers

Making the University's food more sustainable

Science Transit shuttle evolves into public bus with new operator

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