Mechanical Electrical Maintenance Officer

1. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question how and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria where relevant.

2. You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications unless the criteria state otherwise.

3. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.

4. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below using the information provided by you on your application form.

5. Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.

6. In the event of an excessive number of applications the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form on how you meet any desirable criteria.

Section 1 Essential Criteria

The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and whichmay also be further explored during the interview/selection stage.

Holda HNC / HND or equivalent in a Mechanical & Electrical discipline and have threeyearsdemonstrable experience in a Mechanical & Electrical role;

OR

hold an ONC or equivalent in a Mechanical & Electrical discipline and have fouryearsdemonstrable experience in a Mechanical & Electrical role;

OR

have fiveyears demonstrable experience in a Mechanical & Electrical role.

Demonstrate experience in the use of ICT in the context of estates management information systems and including AutoCAD.

Shortlisting by Application Form

Demonstrate a broad knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance issues with sound management techniques and strategies to problem solve and use own initiative.

Demonstrate a knowledge of relevant Health & Safety regulations in relation to Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance and in particular CDM regulations.

Shortlisting by Application Form

Demonstrate commitment to continuous personal and professional development.

to have access to a suitable vehicle (appropriately maintained and insured for Education Authority business) that will enable them to carry out the mobility requirements of the post in an efficient and effective manner and thus meet this essential criterion;

OR

be able to provide sufficient information on the application form that will satisfy the employer that he/she has access to an appropriate alternative form of transport that will enable them to carry out the mobility requirements of the post in an efficient and effective manner and thus meet this essential criterion.

Shortlisting by Application Form

Section 2 Essential Criteria

The following areadditional essentialcriteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.

Knowledge of the current and anticipated challenges relating to the role.

Interview/Presentation

Demonstrate the ability to liaise with and review the work of contractors and also the ability to survey buildings prepare maintenance programmes prepare specifications and procure contracts using Terms Service Contracts.

Demonstrate the ability to work with a wide range of professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team and the technical ability and knowledge to contribute as an effective member of a team.

Flexibility to meet changing demands and to prioritise as required.

Ability to build constructive and collaborative working relationships internally and externally with key stakeholders.

Demonstrate good communication skills and high level interpersonal skills.

Interview/Presentation

Interview

Section 3 Desirable Criteria

Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Hold a Professional qualification e.g. MCIOB MRICS MCIBSE.

Hold an accredited AutoCAD qualification.

Shortlisting by Application Form

Our Values

Through the selection process we will also seek evidence that the personal values of candidates align with those of the EA. This will include evidence of commitment to equality and excellence in service delivery. These reflect our aim which is to meet the needs of all our children and young people equally removing barriers to learning and ensuring equality of access to excellent education services so that every child can develop to his or her full potential.

DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as regulated activity.

In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves regulated activity the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background.Please note that youWILLbe expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the preemployment stage.