Property Maintenance

Maintenance Assistant

This is a key position within our organization, requiring a friendly and professional team-oriented individual. The role involves comprehensive site maintenance and close collaboration with the Head of Maintenance, Head of Facilities, Bursar, and other Estate team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Report to and liaise with the Head of Maintenance regarding all estate maintenance and administrative issues, including but not limited to:

• Building and site repairs
• Health and safety compliance
• Fire risk analysis and compliance
• Security
• Plumbing
• COSHH regulations
• General maintenance
• School logistics

• Assist with preventative maintenance, review and negotiate with subcontractors, coordinate repairs, and perform compliance tests under supervision.
• Order parts, chemicals, and stock in accordance with the school budget and purchasing procedures, monitoring maintenance expenditure within approved limits.

Safety and Maintenance Checks

• Conduct weekly Legionella flushes
• Monthly checks for carbon monoxide, window safety, blind cleats, smoke alarm batteries, fire extinguishers, and fire blankets
• Weekly equipment safety checks, including door closures, ladders, playground equipment, and workshop facilities

Additional Duties

• Assist groundskeeper with gardening, grounds maintenance, mowing, and pitch marking as directed.
• Perform carpentry, painting & decorating, plumbing, minor electrical work, and maintain locks and keys.
• Participate in an out-of-hours rota for duty phone coverage.

Work Schedule and Compensation

This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with flexibility for school events. Overtime is paid, with a salary range of GBP 28,000 to GBP 30,000 depending on experience.

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