We are seeking a Caretaker for our client, based in Dundonald.
Pay Rate: £11.20 Per Hour
Working Hours: Rotational shifts
Open shift: Monday to Thursday, 7:00am - 3:00pm, Friday 7am - 2pm
Lock up shift: Monday to Thursday 10:30am - 5:30pm, Friday 11.30 - 5.30pm
Hours per week: Approx. 36
Job Type: Temporary, 3 weeks with potential extention
Job Criteria:
- Maintenance experience and keyholding duties
- Must have DBS check
- UK driving licence
Job Duties:
- Be responsible for securing premises including ensuring all windows are closed, doors & gates, both internal & external are locked at the end of each day
- Open & close the premises & grounds, except in circumstances where the Facilities Manager or other Authorised Person authorises another person to do so
- Control and monitor access and departures of staff/deliveries/visitors to college car parks.
- Safe custody of keys of the premises, the allocation of keys to staff (where approved by the Facilities Manager)
- Operate fire alarm, intruder alarm & building security systems & report any faults to the Facilities Manager or Helpdesk
- Attend after-hour alarm callouts, & where appropriate ensure that the premises are secure and cleaned at the earliest opportunity when clearance has been given and any unauthorised entry or damage is reported to the FM or other Authorised Person
- During normal working hours report any suspicious activity or breach of security immediately to the Facilities Manager or Helpdesk
- Any breach of security must be reported to the FM or Helpdesk
- Apply grit/rock salt in times of snow & frost to ensure pathways & entrance are free from snow & ice
- Efficient operation of the premises boilers/heating system as required by the Facilities Manager in accordance with the Client’s energy efficiency policy
- Replace lamps, tubs & plugs to a level of 3.35m using appropriate equipment, except where access from above can be gained
- Carry out regular inspections as defined by FM to firefighting equipment & report any defects to the Facilities Manager or other authorised person
- Monitor & document usage of fuel, water & electricity
- Receipt, distribution & transport of all stores, materials & other goods as required
- Prepare rooms as per room bookings, special events and examinations etc. & any other purpose as required
- Despatch goods and other materials from the building
- Transport all refuse bins to and from their collection point
- Ensure that all hard surfaces & paths & ornamental grounds around the premises are clean, tidy & free of litter. Litter to be cleaned on a daily basis
- Ensure that all external surfaces drains & gullies & kitchen grease-traps within the building complex are free flowing & clean by removing obstructions
- Assist the FM to plan periodic work in consultation with service users
- Assist the FM in the implementation of changes in work procedures to improve economy, standards or ease of operation
- Monitor suitability and performance of material and light equipment and advise the FM where these are inappropriate for the task
- Ensure that bins within the building complex are washed and cleaned
- Empty on a daily basis litter bins within the building complex
- Replenish toilet rolls, soaps, paper towels and other requisites required throughout the working day
- Clean external signs, lights covers and notices up to 3.35m
- Clean non-electrical fittings on all portable hearing and ventilation equipment
- Assist the FM on the requisition requirements
- Prepare the college for after-Institute activities, clean and prepare the college for its normal use
- Direct and clean all internal fixed glass surfaces up to 3.35 metres using the appropriate equipment provided to ensure safe working conditions
- Ensure that all defects in equipment used by the Caretaking staff are reported to the Facilities Manager
- Ensure that cleaning standards within the building meet Graham FM standards. Where appropriate assist the FM with complaints in respect of the cleaning provision
- Ensure that service requests issued by FM or Client are addressed and completed
- Carry out handyperson duties within the competence of the post-holder
- Assist with maintenance duties, e.g., painting, shelving, signs, replacing locks & small alterations, etc.
- Prepare the premises for normal day & evening activities including the inspection of furniture to ensure student safety
- The post holder will be required to assist in the evacuation of the building in the event of a fire drill or an actual emergency by acting in the capacity of Fire Warden or Fire Marshall
- All duties must be carried out to comply with:
- The H&S At Work (NI)Order 1978;
- Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments & Regulations & other legal requirements;
- COSHH Regulations & all relevant Codes of Practice
- Provide the Facilities Manager with timely reports on any defects in the premises externally & internally
- Prepare reports on any defects in the premises externally and internally
- Complete all paperwork/documentation associated with the post including timesheets, written reports and monitoring reports when required
- Provide records of consumable stocks
- Caretakers will be required to attend appropriate training to facilitate the effective undertaking of duties commensurate with their grade
- The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties falling within the purview of the grade as required by the Facilities Manager or other Senior Manager
- The person appointed will be required to undertake evening duties & work at other sites to meet the needs of the Company
- The post holder will be required to work outside of normal workings hours
- The Company will provide a uniform which must be worn at all times whilst on duty
- Protective clothing will be provided by the Company & must be worn appropriate to the task being carried out
Additional Information:
If you are interested in this role, please forward your CV through to Ciara.Baird@industrialtemps.com or call our Belfast office on 028 9032 2511 ask for Ciara.
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