Building Maintenance Technician / Multi-Trade Operative who has strong practical 'hands on' experience gained in a similar role such as property maintenance, building services, plumbing or electrical is required for a well-established Academy based in Peckham, South East London.
SALARY: circa**.** £27,000 - £28,000per annum, depending on experience
LOCATION: Peckham, South East London (SE15)
JOB TYPE: 12 Month Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract
WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Building Maintenance Technician / Multi-Trade Operative who has strong practical 'hands on' experience gained in a similar role such as property maintenance, building services, plumbing or electrical.
Working as the Building Maintenance Technician / Multi-Trade Operative you will join the Facilities and Operations Team and will report into the Facilities Manager.
As the Building Maintenance Technician / Multi-Trade Operative you will be responsible for assisting in the upkeep and maintenance of all areas of the premises, including buildings, grounds, equipment and environmental services. The position is a physical, 'hands on' role and will require strong practical maintenance skills, manual handling, working at height, operating power tools, working in confined spaces and working on the exterior of the building.
APPLY TODAY
If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Building Maintenance Technician / Multi-Trade Operative include:
- Carry out ongoing maintenance of the property and equipment, including plumbing, carpentry, decorating, minor electrical work and general repairs
- Respond promptly and effectively to facilities and operations issues, resolving issues where possible and reporting and escalating issues as appropriate
- Manage and respond to maintenance requests by staff and students, and help ensure that prompt remedial action is taken
- Carry out inspection and upkeep of ancillary equipment in line with planned preventative maintenance (PPM), e.g. air handling units, pumps, batteries, window blinds etc.
- Assist in the upkeep and maintenance of external areas, including mitigating the effects of adverse weather conditions affecting access to and egress from the premises
- Keep appropriate paperwork and accurate records for the Building & Facilities management systems
- Keep work areas tidy and safe and report any hazard, accident, loss or damage in line with agreed procedures
- Maintain storerooms in a safe and efficient manner, including on-site containers, and advise the Facilities Manager on ordering and control of materials necessary for carrying out tasks in a proactive manner
- Take a lead role in all water hygiene procedures such as legionella prevention, cleaning, monthly water temperature readings and additional work as required
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- Previous experience in similar role, e.g. maintenance, building services, plumbing, electrical
- Excellent practical technical knowledge and ability to undertake hands-on building maintenance
- Sound knowledge and understanding of key compliance issues including Health and Safety legislation
- Experience of contractor supervision
- Experience of working with Planned Preventive Maintenance programmes
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Numerate and computer-literate
DESIRABLE
- IPAF MEWP Qualification (desirable)
The Academy is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunities employer. They actively encourage applicants from under-represented backgrounds and value the positive impact that difference has on their institution.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P12797
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