Building jobs in Craigavon

Position: Building Supervisor

Rate: £14 per hour (paid monthly)

Contract: Part Time, Permanent

Hours - 28.5 hours per week

Monday to Thursday 1:00pm to 19:00pm

Friday 11.00am to 18:00pm

Job Purpose

To provide a safe, secure, clean and well-maintained school environment for pupils, staff, visitors and contractors. The School Caretaker is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, security and operational management of the school premises and grounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Open and secure the school buildings in accordance with agreed procedures.
• Site Security.
• Conduct regular security checks of buildings, grounds and access points.
• Respond to alarm activations and emergency call-outs when required.
• Ensure gates, doors and windows are secured outside school hours.
• Monitor and control access for visitors, contractors and deliveries.

Building Maintenance

• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks including plumbing, painting, carpentry and basic electrical work where competent to do so.
• Inspect the school premises regularly and report defects requiring specialist attention.
• Maintain heating, lighting and ventilation systems and report faults promptly.
• Ensure classrooms, offices and communal areas remain safe and operational.
• Liaise with external contractors and oversee maintenance works on site.

Health and Safety

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and school policies.
• Conduct regular safety inspections of buildings, grounds and equipment.
• Identify and report hazards and take appropriate action to minimise risks.
• Assist with fire safety procedures, fire alarm testing and emergency evacuations.
• Maintain records relating to health and safety checks and inspections.

Cleaning and Housekeeping

• Monitor the cleanliness of the school and support cleaning staff as required.
• Ensure washrooms, corridors and communal areas are maintained to an acceptable standard.
• Manage waste disposal and recycling arrangements.
• Arrange emergency cleaning following spillages or incidents.

Grounds Maintenance

• Maintain school grounds, pathways and car parks in a safe condition.
• Undertake basic gardening duties, including litter collection and seasonal maintenance.
• Ensure outdoor play areas and sports facilities are safe for use.
• Arrange gritting and snow clearance during adverse weather conditions.

Facilities and Lettings Support

• Set up rooms, halls and equipment for assemblies, examinations, meetings and events.
• Support out-of-hours activities and school lettings as required.
• Ensure facilities are prepared and restored following events and community use.

Contractor and Asset Management

• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with safeguarding and health and safety requirements.
• Maintain an inventory of tools, equipment and site assets.
• Order and monitor stocks of maintenance materials and supplies within budget guidelines.
• Report any damage, vandalism or maintenance concerns promptly.

Emergency Response

• Act as a designated key holder for the school.
• Respond to emergencies including flooding, power failures, security incidents and severe weather.
• Assist with business continuity arrangements and emergency procedures.

Person SpecificationEssential Criteria

• Experience in building maintenance, caretaking, facilities management or a similar role.
• Good practical skills across a range of maintenance disciplines.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workloads.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work within safeguarding requirements.
• Physical ability to undertake manual handling and maintenance tasks.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required.

Desirable Criteria

• Recognised qualification in building maintenance, facilities management or a trade discipline.
• Experience working in a school or educational environment.
• First Aid qualification.
• Fire Safety or Health & Safety qualification.
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS).

Working Conditions

• Full-time position with occasional evening or weekend duties.
• Requirement to be a designated key holder.
• Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Manual handling and use of maintenance equipment required.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lurgan BT67: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Caretaker: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person