Repairs & Maintenance

Photo of DLO operative carrying out maintenance to pipework

New DLO emergency call-out system on the way

The Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) is preparing to launch a new system for emergency call-outs after recently...

The Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) is preparing to launch a new system for emergency call-outs after recently gaining approval from senior Estates Services management.

27 October 2020

Photograph of Bodleian Library ticket office after renovations

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Old Bodleian ticket office renovated

Estates Services staff recently finished refurbishing the ticket kiosk at the Catte Street entrance to the Old...

Estates Services staff recently finished refurbishing the ticket kiosk at the Catte Street entrance to the Old Bodleian’s main quad.

5 March 2020

Photo of the exterior of Dartington House

Dartington House refurbishment planned

The University has received planning permission for proposed works at Dartington House.

14 February 2020

Photo of joiner Adam Walton in the joiners' workshop

Joiners work to improve the estate

The Joiners have been busy with a variety of projects around the collegiate University.

14 February 2020

Image of plastic goggles, face mask and asbestos

New preferred asbestos consultancies appointed

Two new suppliers of asbestos consultancy services have been named – Environmental Essentials and Lucion Ser...

Two new suppliers of asbestos consultancy services have been named – Environmental Essentials and Lucion Services.

14 February 2020

Photo of a building in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter with the fulling working Triton fountain in the foreground

ROQ fountain restored

The Triton fountain in the courtyard at the Woodstock Road entrance to the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter has been...

The Triton fountain in the courtyard at the Woodstock Road entrance to the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter has been fully renovated.

14 February 2020

Photo of the front entrance of the Dyson Perrins building after renovation

Dyson Perrins cleaning and repairs completed

A project to give the exterior of the Dyson Perrins Laboratory its first significant renovation in many years finished...

A project to give the exterior of the Dyson Perrins Laboratory its first significant renovation in many years finished in early February.

13 February 2020

Photo of the exterior of the History of Science Museum lit up at night

New bannister added to History of Science Museum

Staff from the Conservation & Buildings team have worked with a highly skilled local blacksmith and museum...

Staff from the Conservation & Buildings team have worked with a highly skilled local blacksmith and museum staff to install...

13 February 2020

Photo of the exterior of St Cross Building

Work on St Cross Building roof nears completion

A major renovation project at the St Cross Building is almost finished.

13 February 2020

Composite image made up of photos of Rob Gregg (left) and Ray Blackford (right).

Heads of Electrical and Mechanical Services appointed

Rob Gregg and Ray Blackford promoted into new leadership roles.

28 January 2020

Photo of switchgear at a University electricity substation.

High-voltage switchgear replacement will improve power supply reliability

Engineers currently working at Virology substation, with more to come...

5 December 2019

DLO improves customer service with new SLA and extended helpdesk hours

3-day Service Level Agreement cuts job completion times for all DLO teams...

25 October 2019

Photo of stone lettering on the outside of Dyson Perrins building after cleaning in late 2019.

Dyson Perrins exterior conservation work will transform building’s appearance

Renovation work should be finished in December

22 October 2019

Maintaining fire protection in University buildings

Departmental renovation or installation work must not damage fire stopping...

22 October 2019

Photo of water being poured from a jug into a glass, with green background

SMS Environmental takes over University legionella contract

SMS Environmental Services has been appointed as legionella control provider for the functional estate and graduate...

SMS Environmental Services has been appointed as legionella control provider for the functional estate and graduate housing.

11 September 2019

Bodleian Law Library roof repairs to start in August

The Conservation & Buildings team within Estates Services will begin repairs to the main roof of the Bodleian...

The Conservation & Buildings team within Estates Services will begin repairs to the main roof of the Bodleian Law Library in the St Cross Building on 12 August.

23 July 2019

Flushes replaced in Andrew Wiles building

Work by the Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) has prevented significant wastage of water at the Andrew Wiles Bu...

Work by the Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) has prevented significant wastage of water at the Andrew Wiles Building.

19 July 2019

Photo of the Sheldonian Theatre with scaffolding around the cupola

Sheldonian cupola and windows renovated

In April and May, Conservation & Buildings staff and contractors completed periodic maintenance to the cupola...

In April and May, Conservation & Buildings staff and contractors completed periodic maintenance to the cupola and windows of the Sheldonian.

19 July 2019

Repairs & Maintenance

New DLO emergency call-out system on the way

Old Bodleian ticket office renovated

Dartington House refurbishment planned

Joiners work to improve the estate

New preferred asbestos consultancies appointed

ROQ fountain restored

Dyson Perrins cleaning and repairs completed

New bannister added to History of Science Museum

Work on St Cross Building roof nears completion

Heads of Electrical and Mechanical Services appointed

High-voltage switchgear replacement will improve power supply reliability

DLO improves customer service with new SLA and extended helpdesk hours

Dyson Perrins exterior conservation work will transform building’s appearance

Maintaining fire protection in University buildings

SMS Environmental takes over University legionella contract

Bodleian Law Library roof repairs to start in August

Flushes replaced in Andrew Wiles building

Sheldonian cupola and windows renovated

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