Caretaker / Facilities Assistant

NEWBATTLE ABBEY COLLEGE

Post:                                Caretaker/Facilities Assistant

Responsible to:               Estates & Facilities Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Purpose of Job

 To undertake the daily operations of the College and assist with maintenance duties in support of the college buildings and business park.

 Major Tasks/Job Activities

• Undertake routine checks of the College heating and hot water facility, Monitoring the boilers setting via the Business Management System (BMS). 
• Liaise with specialist contractors and report/action any faults found to Estates & Facilities Manager.
• Ensure all areas are setup and maintained daily, and as required.  Set up corporate areas as required.
• To assist with setting up college ICT equipment when required.
• In consultation with the Estates & Facilities Manager liaise with contractors and their representatives to ensure that health and safety standards are addressed.
• Oversee external contractors as directed by the Estates & Facilities Manager
• Liaise with and support the student body, and all staff with regards to the operation and maintenance of the college buildings and services.
• Represent the best interests of the College in internal and external meetings as required.

 Experience and Knowledge

Essential

·      Caretaking or premises supervision.

·      Basic general building maintenance knowledge and ability to carry out general repairs.

Desirable

·      Knowledge of Health & Safety, Awareness of COSHH regulation.

·      Some knowledge/competency in electrical & plumbing work and heating systems

·      Experience of managing a monitored security and fire alarm systems.

Skills and Ability

Essential

·      Excellent communication skills and computer literate.

·      Ability to use own initiative and priorities workload to meet deadlines.

·      Excellent interpersonal skills

·      A high level of adaptability to be able to cover unsociable hours including weekends, split shifts, early mornings, and evenings.

Desirable

·     Good problem-solving skills

If you are interested in the position, please visit our website for full details and how to apply - Work for Us - Newbattle Abbey College (nac.ac.uk)