Building Supervisor (Without Supervision)

Libraries NI; Holywood; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A public library service in Northern Ireland is seeking a Building Supervisor (Without Supervision) for a part-time position in Holywood Library. Responsibilities include maintaining library security, overseeing mechanical and electrical services, and performing cleaning duties. Candidates should have relevant experience, a valid driving licence, and be able to work flexible hours. The salary ranges from £25,583 to £25,989 per annum, pro rata. Benefits include a Local Government Pension Scheme and a minimum of 23 days annual leave.

Benefits

Minimum 23 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Occupational Sick Pay Scheme

Access to Private Health Care Schemes

Enhancements to Maternity/Adoption and Paternity Leave

Flexible Working / Work Life Balance

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in a relevant role.
• Previous responsibility for building security tasks.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security of the library.
• Handle mechanical and electrical services.
• Perform cleaning and administration duties.
• Assist with driving and training as required.

Skills

Valid, full driving licence

Experience as Assistant Building Supervisor or Caretaker

Knowledge of building cleaning methods

Awareness of Health and Safety legislation

Ability to work as part of a team

Knowledge of mechanical and electrical services

Job description

Building Supervisor (Without Supervision)

Libraries NI is seeking to recruit a Building Supervisor (Without Supervision) to join our team in Holywood Library. This is a permanent part-time role, supporting the provision of library resources and library services to our customers.Libraries NI is responsible for the provision and delivery of a public library service in Northern Ireland, connecting people with information, ideas and experiences. Our values are Caring, Responsive and Accountable strengthening a culture that is inclusive, engaging, supportive and provides opportunities for our staff to advance their career and deliver excellent customer focused services.

Responsibilities

• Security
• Mechanical and electrical services
• Cleaning
• Administration
• Handyperson Duties
• Driving Duties
• Training
• Other duties relevant to the grade as required, by the line manager

Skills and Qualifications

• Hold a valid, full driving licence
• A minimum of one years’ experience working as Assistant Building Supervisor, Caretaker or similar role in a medium/large building
• Previous responsibility for security of building, opening/closing and key holder duties
• Knowledge of building cleaning methods and the use of electrical cleaning machinery e.g. floor polishing equipment
• Awareness of Health and Safety legislation and practices e.g. COSHH and/or CLP regulations
• Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative
• Ability to work a mix of mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends as required, both at base and in other premises
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical services such as boiler/heating equipment and monitoring of fuel, electrical and/or water usage.

Further Information

Salary is £25,583 to £25,989 (NJC points 5 - 6) per annum pro rata.Terms and Conditions of employment are National Joint Council for local government and successful post holders will have access to:Minimum 23 days annual leave plus 12 statutory holidaysLocal Government Pension Scheme and benefitsOccupational Sick Pay SchemeOccupational Health ServicesAccess to Private Health Care SchemesHealth and Wellbeing Employee Assistance ProvisionLearning and Development opportunitiesEnhanced Maternity/Adoption and Paternity LeaveFlexible Working / Work Life BalanceCareer Break schemeThe closing date for applications is Wednesday 5 November 2025 at 11:59pm.Libraries NI is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. All appointments will be made on merit.Where a competition identifies more appointable candidates than there are available vacancies, a Reserve List will be created in order of suitability for up to 12 months to fill the same job role, normally within the same location/geographical area without further testing of merit.Further details are available from the Libraries NI website by clicking the Apply Direct button, by telephone: [phone] or email: [e-mail]

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 06 Nov 2025

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025