At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to keep residential properties safe and functional with diverse maintenance tasks.
- Company: Public-sector facilities team in vibrant Belfast City Centre.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, holiday pay, and supportive work environment with training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shift patterns and excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in building maintenance or related trade; valid UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
Maintenance Officer
A great opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Maintenance Officer to join a public‑sector facilities team supporting a maintenance team in Belfast City Centre.
This plays a vital part in ensuring our residential properties remain safe and functional.
The post involves working an irregular shift pattern (5 over 7 days), with 8‑hour shifts and occasional out-of-hours call-outs.
Please note: no overnight working is required.
Key Responsibilities
1. Response, Planned and Statutory Maintenance You will carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks including:
- Re-lamping defective internal and external light fittings
- Resetting electrical trips and checking operation
- Emergency lighting testing
- Unblocking sinks, showers, toilets, urinals and associated pipework
- Repairing/replacing window and door handles
- Repairing/replacing plumbing fixtures (e. g., dripping taps, toilet flush systems)
- Easing and adjusting doors, replacing cylinders
- Adjusting/replacing hinges on cupboards and drawers
- Tiling, re-grouting and applying silicone
- Inspecting and maintaining air handling units (filter and grille cleaning/changing)
- Cleaning roof outlets, gutters and ACCO channels
- Oil tank readings and inspections
- Water testing and chemical dosing
- Power washing external areas
- Clearing rubbish and graffiti
- General site upkeep and onsite store management
- Generator testing
- Inspection of gas boiler plant, ventilation and domestic water systems
- Legionella temperature monitoring, analysis and weekly flushing
- Fire door inspections and minor repairs
- Routine plant room inspections
- Carry out repairs, emergency breakdown response, planned preventative maintenance and minor improvement works as directed.
- Use PDA/Tablet devices as required
- Operate Building Management Systems and other plant controls (training provided)
About You We're looking for someone who
- Has experience in building maintenance or a related trade - Relevant academic and/or vocational qualification in a trade (building, electrical, joinery, plumbing etc) e. g.
- NVQ 2 (or equivalent) or time served
- Valid full UK Driving Licence
- Working knowledge of building/electrical/plumbing systems.
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant building and maintenance systems, equipment and processes.
- Evidence of good numeracy and literacy skills
- IT literacy, knowledge of the CAFM system (or equivalent), analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- It is adaptable and comfortable working across a varied shift pattern.
- Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
- It is committed to delivering a high standard of service to residents and colleagues.
What We Offer
- Weekly Pay
- Holiday Pay
- Supportive public‑sector working environment
- Training and development opportunities
- What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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