Facilities Officer | Join a Thriving Secondary School | Manchester

A thriving secondary school in Manchester is looking to appoint a dedicated Facilities Officer to join its premises team on a full-time permanent basis with an ASAP start.

This is an exciting opportunity for a practical and proactive individual who enjoys variety in their day and takes pride in maintaining high-quality facilities. Working as part of a supportive team youll help ensure the school provides a safe secure and well-maintained environment for pupils staff and visitors.

Reporting to the Site Manager youll support the day-to-day operation of the school site helping to ensure the buildings and grounds remain safe compliant and presented to a high standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the opening and closing of the school site

• Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs

• Completing regular site inspections and reporting maintenance issues

• Supporting Health & Safety fire safety asbestos and legionella compliance procedures

• Assisting with the supervision of contractors working on site

• Preparing classrooms halls and outdoor spaces for school events and activities

• Helping maintain the cleanliness security and appearance of the school grounds

• Supporting planned maintenance projects throughout the year

This successful secondary school serves students aged 1116 and is recognised for its welcoming atmosphere supportive leadership team and commitment to providing an excellent learning environment. The premises team plays an important role in the daily running of the school ensuring students and staff benefit from safe and well-maintained facilities.

Applications are welcomed from experienced Facilities Officers Caretakers Premises Assistants Estates Assistants Maintenance Operatives or candidates with transferable facilities or building maintenance experience.

The successful candidate will be reliable organised and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Youll have good practical maintenance skills a proactive approach to problem-solving and an understanding of Health & Safety responsibilities within a busy working environment.

As part of the schools safer recruitment procedures references from your current (or most recent) employer and a previous employer will be required before an interview can be arranged.

• per annum

• Full-time permanent position

• ASAP start

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Free on-site parking

The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received so early applications are encouraged.

If youre looking for a rewarding Facilities Officer role where youll make a real contribution to the smooth running of a successful secondary school wed love to hear from you. Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.