Leisure Multi Skilled Operative

The Facilities Officer (Multi Skilled Operative) is responsible for delivering efficient effective and high-quality repairs maintenance and improvement works across leisure facilities within the London Borough of Southwark. The role supports the safe operation appearance and functionality of leisure centres by undertaking a broad range of multi-skilled maintenance activities including carpentry plumbing decorating grounds maintenance roofing repairs and general building works.

The postholder will self-manage workloads respond to reactive and urgent maintenance issues liaise with Leisure Centre Managers and contractors and ensure facilities remain safe compliant and welcoming for residents visitors and staff.

• Carry out a broad range of multi-skilled repair maintenance and renewal works across leisure facilities including carpentry plumbing glazing painting and decorating plastering tiling and general building repairs.
  
• Undertake roofing maintenance works including identifying and repairing leaks clearing guttering replacing damaged materials and improving insulation where required.
  
• Perform day-to-day plumbing and minor electrical works safely and effectively to minimise disruption to services.
  
• Repair and maintain equipment fixtures fittings and appliances to ensure safe operation and compliance with service standards and health and safety regulations.
  
• Undertake general landscaping and external maintenance duties including lawn maintenance hedge trimming fence repairs and upkeep of outdoor spaces.
  
• Support the delivery of the Facilities Management reactive maintenance programme across multiple leisure centres.
  
• Diagnose faults identify remedial works required and escalate specialist or major repairs where appropriate.
  
• Work collaboratively with Leisure Centre Managers contractors and specialist trades to ensure timely and effective completion of works.
  
• Respond to emergency and urgent repair requests to maintain safe access and continuity of services within leisure facilities.
  
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with Health & Safety legislation Building Regulations Fire Regulations risk assessments method statements and council procedures.
  
• Use all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety equipment appropriately and maintain safe working practices at all times.
  
• Report hazards incidents accidents and unsafe conditions promptly and take proactive steps to maintain safe environments for staff and customers.
  
• Be responsible for the safe use storage and security of allocated vehicles tools equipment and materials.
  
• Maintain stock levels of materials tools and parts required for service delivery and ensure resources are used effectively and economically.
  
• Read and interpret work specifications instructions and drawings to complete work to required standards and timescales.
  
• Provide professional and customer-focused service to residents staff contractors and visitors.
  
• Liaise effectively with operational managers contractors and external agencies to support the smooth operation of leisure facilities.
  
• Contribute to maintaining safe secure clean and welcoming environments for all leisure centre users.
  
  

• Proven experience carrying out multi-skilled maintenance and repair work across a range of building trades.
  
• Experience within facilities management building maintenance or property repairs environments.
  
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety legislation Building Regulations Fire Regulations and safe systems of work.
  
• Experience working within occupied public buildings or customer-facing environments.
  
• Ability to diagnose maintenance issues and determine effective repair solutions.
  
• Strong practical skills across multiple trades including carpentry plumbing decorating and general maintenance.
  
• Ability to manage workloads independently and prioritise tasks effectively.
  
• Good communication and customer service skills.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with contractors managers and colleagues.
  
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive and flexible approach to work.
  
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions and work specifications.
  
• Relevant trade qualification or equivalent practical experience in building maintenance or construction trades is desirable.
  
• Health & Safety related training or certification is desirable.
  
• Full UK driving licence required.
  
• Willingness to undertake out-of-hours work when required.
  
• Commitment to equality diversity health and safety and excellent public service delivery.
  
• Ability to work across multiple leisure sites within the borough.
  
• City & Guilds Plumbing NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or
  
• City & Guilds Carpentry NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
  
• City & Guilds Multi-Skilled NVQ Level 3 or equivalent is desirable.
  

• Hours per week: 36 hours per week (including some out-of-hours working when required)
  
• Location: London Borough of Southwark Leisure Centres
  
• Payment: Bi-weekly payments