Assistant Site Maintenance

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A children's center in London seeks an Assistant Site Manager to oversee daily operations and maintenance. Responsibilities include site security, health and safety compliance, and general maintenance tasks. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a recognised qualification in building maintenance or construction. This role offers an hourly rate of £17.73 and requires a proactive team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience.
• Experience supervising cleaners or contractors.
• Experience with security/key-holding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the effective day-to-day operation and maintenance of the Centre's premises.
• Assist in securing the premises and minimising loss or damage.
• Perform minor repairs (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, tiling).
• Conduct up to 4 hours of cleaning daily.

Skills

Reliable and trustworthy

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Physically capable of manual handling tasks

Able to prioritise tasks and use initiative

Team player with a proactive attitude

Broad range of DIY skills

Education

Recognised qualification in building maintenance, construction, or engineering

Job description

Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Site Manager

Directorate: Children's Centre
Reporting to: Site Maintenance Manager
Hourly Rate: £17.73 per hour

Purpose of the Role

To support the effective day-to-day operation and maintenance of the Centre's premises, ensuring a safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained environment for all users. This includes key-holding responsibilities, site security, health and safety compliance, and general maintenance and cleaning duties.

Key Responsibilities
Security

• Assist in securing the premises and minimising loss or damage.




• Ensure all visitors wear ID badges and are appropriately challenged.




• Open and close the site as required.

Health & Safety

• Keep fire escape routes clear and accessible.




• Respond appropriately to fire alarms.




• Store and use hazardous materials safely.




• Clear snow/ice and maintain safe access routes.




• Maintain logbooks and report incidents or hazards.

Maintenance

• Support upkeep of buildings, grounds, and equipment.




• Perform minor repairs (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, tiling).




• Supervise contractors and ensure compliance with safety standards.




• Assist in planned preventative maintenance.

Cleaning

• Undertake up to 4 hours of cleaning daily.




• Remove litter, graffiti, and weeds.




• Respond to emergency cleaning needs.




• Oversee cleaning teams and maintain records.

Building Engineering Services

• Report faults and assist in temporary solutions.




• Replace light bulbs, reset breakers, and bleed radiators.




• Carry out minor plumbing and electrical tasks.

General Site Services

• Receive and distribute deliveries.




• Monitor and report stock levels.




• Move furniture and top-up consumables.




• Visit off-site locations as required.

General Requirements

• Participate in performance management.




• Attend relevant meetings.




• Undergo an Enhanced DBS Check.




• Promote equality and safeguard the welfare of children and vulnerable people.

Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience.




• Recognised qualification in building maintenance, construction, or engineering (e.g., City & Guilds).




• Experience in building maintenance and maintaining high standards of presentation.




• Experience with security/key-holding responsibilities.




• Experience supervising cleaners or contractors.

Knowledge

• Health & safety regulations in a school setting.




• Building defects and repair methods.




• Equal opportunities in the workplace.

Skills

• Reliable and trustworthy.




• Physically capable of manual handling tasks.




• Good communication and interpersonal skills.




• Able to prioritise tasks and use initiative.




• Team player with a proactive attitude.




• Broad range of DIY skills.

Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.