Maintenance Officer

We are looking for a Maintenance Officer to work in a day special school located in Maidenhead Berkshire.

The Maintenance Officer will be responsible for general maintenance and cleaning duties to ensure that school buildings and the school site are maintained to a high standard and are secure.

Tasks

• Cleaning (including human waste)
• Basic plumbing
• Basic carpentry
• Painting and decorating
• Portering
• Grounds maintenance
• Escorting contractors onsite
• Pool maintenance (training will be provided)
• Minibus maintenance
• Car park management

Requirements

MustHaves:

• Experience in a similar role
• Plumbing and carpentry skills
• Advanced DIY/maintenance skills
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize works
• Ability to supervise the work of others and maintain high work standards
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and maintain excellent working relationships
• Ability to demonstrate a can do approach
• Commitment to continuing training/development of knowledge and skills
• Must be available for outofhours emergencies and callouts
• Must be flexible regarding working hours

Desirable:

• An understanding and experience of implementing health and safety legislation and requirements
• An understanding of the potential facilities needs of a School
• Experience of swimming pool maintenance and chemicals
• COSHH certificate
• Within a 30minute commute of the School
• Ability to drive a minibus