Facilities Operative (Fixed Term until August 2026)
Posted:
29 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
26 September 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
To provide an efficient effective and safe learning environment for students staff and public.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow college procedures and Health & Safety guidance to open and lock buildings ensuring campus security
- Complete weekly fire alarm checks on all buildings record findings report any defects
- Complete weekly and monthly statutory checks as required and report any defects.
- Carry out minor repairs and redecoration
- Follow Safeguarding procedures to sign in contractors when necessary
- Porterage duties including the transportation of inter-site mail and deliveries
- External cleaning of the grounds of the college
- Removal of refuse both internally and externally
- To drive college vehicles in accordance with college requirements
- To maintain a vehicles log
- Support the department during project work as required this will include manual handling of furniture and equipment for building refurbishments
- Support college events such as open days examinations and enrolment which includes manual handling to set up furniture and equipment
- Any other duties of a similar level of responsibility as required
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications
- Educated to a good GCSE level or equivalent standard
Desirable Criteria
- Preferably a Health & Safety qualification.
How Identified: Application / Interview
Experience
Essential Criteria
- The post requires a full UK driving licence.
- Experience in working as part of a team in a busy environment
How Identified: Application / Interview
IT Skills
Essential Criteria
- Basic Microsoft Office skills experience in working with a software / helpdesk system and emails.
About Company
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