Temporary School Premises Officer

Michael Page (UK); Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Facilities Management professional to oversee maintenance, health and safety, and security in a school setting in Uxbridge. Responsibilities include managing maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and overseeing the security of the buildings. An immediate start is available. The successful candidate should have relevant experience and hold an enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Immediate start

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in facilities management and maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Must hold an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and managing maintenance schedules.
• Implement health and safety procedures and audits.
• Ensure security of the school buildings.

Skills

Facilities Management Experience

Communication Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Team Collaboration

Job description

• Immediate start
• Enhanced DBS check needed

About Our Client

A school in uxbridge.

Job Description

• Management and Administration
  • Be responsible, on an annual basis, for assisting in planning and managing a maintenance schedule in consultation with the Academy Facilities Manager, Principal, Facilities Business Partner and OHC&AT Head of Estates & Facilities.
  • Respond to all reasonable requests, commensurate with the role, as made by the Academy Facilities Manager, Principal, Facilities Business Partner and OHC&AT Head of Estates & Facilities.
  • Submit help desk requests for maintenance requisitions in consultation with the Academy Facilities Manager, only ordering materials within budget guidelines.
  • With the Academy Facilities Manager ensure that documentation, both digital and paper relating to the premises, is filed appropriately and kept up-to-date at all times.
  • Be aware of the location of all stopcocks, gas and electricity meters. Maintain records of utilities, meter readings, health and safety, and all other scheduled maintenance checks as agreed with the Facilities Business Partner.

• Health and Safety
  • Implement all aspects of the school's health and safety procedures as Support the annual Health & Safety Audit and associated actions in a timely manner seeking the support of the OHC&AT H&S Officer and the Estates and Facilities team as required.
  • Ensure that all work carried out by cleaning staff is completed with due regard to health and safety policies and regulations.
  • Carry out a risk assessment of the site and keep appropriate records.
  • Carry out regular emergency evacuation practices (at least termly) and keep appropriate records.
  • Using the OHC&AT's Health & Safety system, log, action and assist the Facilities Business Partner carry out accident investigation and emergency actions if required. Liaise with the OHC&AT Health & Safety Officer to deal with emergency situations in accordance with the Trust's health and safety policy.
  • Assist in the testing of the fire alarm system weekly, ensuring that any defects are dealt with, and keep appropriate records.
  • Ensure that all escape routes and potentially hazardous areas are kept free from obstruction.
  • Ensure that all fire-fighting equipment is located, tested and results recorded, as regulations require.
  • Ensure that flammable materials for use around the site are safely stored, and advice is given on the storage of combustible materials.
  • Ensure that dangerous substances and equipment are used and stored safely.
  • Maintain playground areas and outdoor equipment, checking their condition weekly and file the appropriate records.
  • Organise the removal of rubbish from the site as and when required.
  • Grit the premises in icy weather as per the health and safety policies.
  • Ensure that all portable appliances are tested annually or when any changes occur.
  • Assist in carrying out the appropriate legionella checks and record under the direction of the Academy Facilities Manager (appropriate training will be provided).

• Security
  • Opening and closing, unlocking and locking of the School buildings including the locking of all windows and doors.
  • Alert the Principal, Facilities Business Partner and the Head of Estates & Facilities to any risk of a breach of security.
  • As the key holder: opening the school, disarming the alarm system; securing the school, including windows, exit doors and gates; re-arming the alarm system.
  • When required by the Academy Facilities Manager, checking and securing the school premises after out of hours' intruder alarm activations.
  • Scheduling of maintenance for CCTV equipment.
  • You may be called out at unsociable hours or at weekends to deal with security problems, make emergency repairs or allow access to any contractor who may be working on the site, in the school holidays or weekends.
  • In partnership with all other members of staff, maintain the security of the school site by being vigilant regarding visitors to the site and reporting any concerns to the Principal, and Academy Facilities Manager.
  • Maintain a key/fob register for the site. Ensure all keys and fobs issued are signed for by staff. Document a locking and unlocking plan for the site and communicate to relevant parties.

The Successful Applicant

1. Relevant Experience in Facilities Management and Maintenance
2. The ability to work independently or as part of a team
3. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
4. Basic knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.
5. Hold an enhanced DBS

What's on Offer

• Immediate start