Hours: 22.5
Department: Maintenance
Closing Date: 22/11/2024
Job Title: Maintenance Manager
Location: Little Valley Animal Shelter, Black Hat Lane, Bakers Hill, Exeter, Devon
Hours: 22.5 hours a week
Line Manager: Office, Facilities & HR Manager
Key Relationships: CEO, Retail Development Manager, Shelter Manager, Office, Facilities & HR Manager, Maintenance Co-ordinator
About us:
We’re an independent RSPCA Branch dedicated to helping Devon’s animals in need. Being almost entirely self-funded means we rely on generosity and support from our local communities to exist. We take in, care for and rehome dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, birds and ferrets.
We cover from Okehampton to Honiton and Tiverton to Kingsbridge, helping to rescue and rehome animals in the area. Some animals need our help because they have been badly treated or abandoned, others because their owners can no longer care for them.
We give these animals any necessary veterinary treatment and board them until we can find them a safe, happy new home. We also give advice to owners and, if necessary, help with the cost of veterinary treatment.
It costs over £1 million a year to run Little Valley, and with an ever-growing number of animals, we need to increase staff numbers, facilities and services to meet the demand. The majority of our funding comes from gifts in wills and revenue from our six charity shops.
Job Description:
Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee and support the maintenance operations of our animal shelter. The successful candidate will ensure that all facilities and equipment are maintained to the highest standards, providing a safe and welcoming environment for our animals and staff. This role includes line-management responsibility for the Maintenance Coordinator.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership & Management:
1. Supervise and support the Maintenance Co-ordinator.
2. Schedule and prioritize maintenance tasks, ensuring timely completion of all work.
3. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide training and development opportunities for Maintenance Co-ordinator.
2. Facility Maintenance:
1. Oversee the maintenance of all shelter facilities, including kennels, cattery, and communal areas as well as our portfolio of retail shops.
2. Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for all equipment and facilities.
3. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and industry standards.
3. Budget Management:
1. Assist in the preparation and management of the maintenance budget.
2. Monitor expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality.
3. Obtain quotes from external contractors to ensure best value.
4. Emergency Response:
1. Develop and implement emergency response plans for maintenance-related issues.
2. Coordinate repairs in case of emergencies, ensuring minimal disruption to shelter operations.
5. Work closely with other departments to ensure facilities meet the needs of staff, volunteers, and animals.
6. Liaise with external contractors and service providers as needed.
7. Reporting:
1. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
2. Prepare regular reports for the CEO/Trustees regarding maintenance issues, progress, and needs.
Qualifications & Experience:
1. Proven experience in maintenance management, preferably in an animal shelter, non-profit, or similar environment.
2. Ideally having a skill and recognised qualification in a specialist trade (electrical, plumbing, carpentry or construction)
3. Strong leadership and team management skills.
4. Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
5. Knowledge of health and safety regulations and maintenance best practices.
6. Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
7. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
8. A passion for animal welfare and a commitment to the mission of the shelter.
What we offer:
1. A great place to work with passionate and dedicated colleagues
2. 29 days annual leave (including bank holidays and an additional day to celebrate your birthday); increasing to 31 days per annum after 5 years continuous service and 34 days after 10 years continuous service
3. Occupational Sick Pay
4. Access to our Health Assured wellbeing scheme
5. Supply of Little Valley uniform
6. Use of company vehicle for Little Valley business purposes
7. Discounted rates with PetPlan pet insurance
8. Free on-site car parking
Additional information:
This is a part-time position with a total of 22.5 hours per week. We can offer flexibility as to how these hours are worked across the week.
The content of the role as reflected in the job description may change from time to time.
Other duties:
To undertake any other duty within your ability and within reason, as may be required from time to time, at the direction of your line manager.
n.b. Occasionally, as with all staff at the Shelter, you may be called upon to assist during anti-social hours. Also assisting with events (usually held on a weekend).
PLEASE NOTE:
1. RSPCA Devon Branch is a separate, independent charity and employment in this post is with the branch, not the National Society.
2. If you are invited to an interview, proof of experience, qualifications and references from previous employers will be required.
3. We may consider closing this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
4. The Shelter usually receives a large number of applications for our vacancies, so we are unable to reply to all applicants individually. If you do not receive an invitation to interview within 10-days of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Application Process:
To apply for this position, please email your CV and covering letter which includes a supporting statement outlining how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role to: fgofton@rspca-littlevalley.org.uk
Start date: As soon as possible.
Closing date for applications: Friday 22nd November at 5pm
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