Role: Facilities Operative
Location: Trust Head Office
Start Date: ASAP Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week all year around
Salary: Grade 6 Scale point 18 - 22 £29,269 - £31,364
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and skilled Facilities Operative to join our Estates team, responsible for overseeing the maintenance of multiple schools within our Trust. You will manage a team of maintenance staff, ensuring that repairs and maintenance work are completed efficiently and to a high standard. This role will involve responding to maintenance requests, diagnosing and fixing faults, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out repairs and maintenance work across occupied schools
Ensure all Health and Safety standards are met, and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
Mentor and coach apprentices and colleagues when required
Respond to breakdowns, diagnosing faults, and implementing repairs in a timely and cost-effective manner
Manage maintenance team with Pirana reactive work orders
Coordinate with subcontractors, obtaining quotations, and overseeing project work from inception to completion
Perform planned preventative maintenance and propose condition-funded projects
Ensure first-time fixes where possible and work to reduce costs
Report building issues to the helpdesk and assist with locking/unlocking of schools for projects
Assist in adverse weather conditions with gritting paths and snow clearance
Develop positive relationships with all schools in the Trust
Qualifications and Skills Required
Proficient in various trades, with a solid understanding of building maintenance
Health and Safety knowledge, including working from heights, manual handling, and asbestos awareness
Strong leadership and team management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering prompt and effective solutions
Willingness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in varying conditions
Flexibility to undergo additional training related to the role
If you're a proactive and experienced maintenance professional, ready to lead a dedicated team and ensure our schools are safe, secure, and well-maintained, we would love to hear from you.
There are many advantages to working for us including 26 days’ annual leave (rising to 31 after 5 years service) plus bank holidays (pro rata), access to a government pension scheme, sick pay scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, free eye tests and employee assistance helpline.
We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if we receive sufficient applications for the role.