Our client is a leading Educational Trust operating 6 schools across the Surrey district. We are looking to appoint a highly motivated, proactive professional to join our client's Central Team as Facilities Officer. This role would be ideal for an experienced premises officer or caretaker looking to take the next step in their career.
The post will be based at one of the Trust's schools, but the successful candidate will be expected to travel frequently to other sites as required and will therefore need a clean driving licence and their own vehicle.
Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will be the day-to-day lead on the maintenance of buildings and facilities. You will work with the Facilities Manager to support the school premises team, carrying out repairs and maintenance, attending contractor meetings, and supervising contractors working on behalf of the Trust. You will ensure that appropriate maintenance and improvement programmes are implemented across all sites to ensure efficient and cost-effective management of facilities. Additionally, you will ensure health and safety compliance across all school sites, support statutory inspections, and implement policies to maintain a safe environment. You will also assist the Facilities Manager in managing relevant budgets and actively support the overall ethos and goals of the Trust, fostering a safe, positive, and productive environment.
Our ideal candidate will:
1. Have a background in premises and facilities management, ideally in schools, public sites, or civic buildings. We are keen to meet motivated individuals who can bring additional experience to the team.
2. Oversee the school sites and grounds, maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for daily and extended school activities.
3. Coordinate premises-related projects in collaboration with the Facilities Manager, including obtaining quotes, raising purchase orders, and managing contractors for repairs, maintenance, and scheduled works.
4. Have experience working with contractors and monitoring facilities management contracts (e.g., grounds maintenance, cleaning, statutory maintenance) to ensure compliance with standards and address issues promptly.
5. Show flexibility in fulfilling duties outside regular hours, such as during events, lettings, school emergencies, and other operational needs.
6. Understand and respect the diversity of others' cultures, beliefs, and backgrounds.
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