Estates and Facilities Operative

Brock; City Of London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave starting with service

Annual Leave Purchase Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site Nursery

Local Government Pension Scheme

Eye care vouchers

Onsite parking (free)

Discounts (shopping, travel, health)

Onsite Gym, courts and pitches

Weekly staff football

Job summary

Brock College is seeking an Estates and Facilities Operative to ensure the safe, secure and efficient running of the site. You will perform maintenance, caretaking duties, manage access, and respond to fire alarms to support safe evacuations.

The role requires basic IT skills and the ability to work independently or in a small team within a college environment. A reliable, flexible approach is essential, with duties including contractor liaison and records management.

Qualifications

• Experience in estates, caretaking, facilities or maintenance.
• Ability to follow site security and fire safety procedures.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Strong organisational, communication and record-keeping skills.
• Punctual, reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the opening and closing of buildings and site access points, including setting and unsetting intruder alarm systems.
• Carry out regular site patrols and inspections to maintain security and identify potential issues.
• Respond to fire alarms and fire panel alerts, supporting evacuations and liaising with emergency services when required.
• Undertake general maintenance, minor repairs and building fabric works, including basic plumbing, painting and joinery.
• Complete planned maintenance checks and identify, report and elevate defects, hazards and repair requirements.
• Maintain external areas, including pathways, car parks, gardens and green spaces, ensuring the site remains clean, safe and presentable.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, reporting accidents, incidents and near misses promptly.
• Prepare rooms for meetings, events and other activities, including safely moving furniture and equipment.
• Monitor and support contractors working on site, ensuring work is carried out safely and in accordance with site procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, security checks, fire alarm responses and incidents, ensuring all work complies with college policies and procedures.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Record-keeping

Education

General education

Tools

Basic computer literacy

Job description

We are a high-achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.

The Estates and Facilities Operative Role:

As our Estates and Facilities Operative, you will be responsible for the safe, secure, and efficient running of the site. The role includes carrying out maintenance and caretaking duties, managing site security, operating intruder alarm systems, and responding appropriately to fire alarm and fire panel activations to ensure the safety of all building users.

Responsibilities

• Manage the opening and closing of buildings and site access points, including setting and unsetting intruder alarm systems.
• Carry out regular site patrols and inspections to maintain security and identify potential issues.
• Respond to fire alarms and fire panel alerts, supporting evacuations and liaising with emergency services when required.
• Undertake general maintenance, minor repairs and building fabric works, including basic plumbing, painting and joinery.
• Complete planned maintenance checks and identify, report and elevate defects, hazards and repair requirements.
• Maintain external areas, including pathways, car parks, gardens and green spaces, ensuring the site remains clean, safe and presentable.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, reporting accidents, incidents and near misses promptly.
• Prepare rooms for meetings, events and other activities, including safely moving furniture and equipment.
• Monitor and support contractors working on site, ensuring work is carried out safely and in accordance with site procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, security checks, fire alarm responses and incidents, ensuring all work complies with college policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A good general standard of education.
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to use systems to log jobs, complete reports and manage emails.
• Experience in an estates, caretaking, facilities or maintenance role.
• The ability to follow site security and fire safety procedures, including responding to intruder and fire alarm activations.
• A good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of basic building maintenance and safe working practices.
• Strong organisational, communication and record-keeping skills.
• A punctual, reliable and flexible approach to work.
• The ability to manage your time effectively and prioritise tasks.
• The ability to work independently and unsupervised, as well as collaboratively within a small team.
• The physical fitness required to safely handle and move heavy items and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• The ability to work effectively with internal teams and external contractors.

Benefits and Perks

• 25 days leave, rising with service, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure (pro rata for part time staff)
• An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
• On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time
• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free eye care vouchers
• Free secure onsite parking
• Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare
• Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)
• Weekly staff football

If you feel you are the right candidate for this