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• A recognised trade qualification, preferably in plumbing or joinery.
• Broad practical skills across general maintenance disciplines.
• Ability to work independently, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.
• Strong awareness of health, safety, and compliance responsibilities.

• Support the Facilities Manager in creating and delivering routine maintenance schedules.
• Inspect plant and equipment (boilers, ventilation, water heaters) and report concerns.
• Lubricate and check doors, locks, windows, and fittings.
• Inspect roofs, gutters, and drainage for damage or blockages.
• Monitor and adjust heating/cooling systems for efficiency.
• Carry out routine testing of emergency lighting, fire alarms, and security systems.
• Maintain accurate records of all PPM activities.

• Respond to day‑to‑day maintenance issues across the school sites.
• Carry out minor repairs: leaks, faulty fittings, damaged furniture, patch repairs.
• Make safe any immediate hazards such as broken windows or minor electrical faults (within competence).
• Troubleshoot basic issues with heating, lighting, and security systems.

• Minor carpentry: shelving, doors, skirting repairs.
• Basic painting, decorating, plastering, and rendering.
• Basic plumbing: unblocking drains, fixing small leaks, maintaining washroom facilities.
• Ensuring paths, steps, and access routes remain safe and clear.

• Monitor and maintain stock levels of materials and tools.
• Source and procure materials with approval from the Facilities Manager.
• Use school vehicles for transporting materials between sites.
• Ensure tools and equipment are safe, maintained, and fit for purpose.

• Work in full compliance with the Health & Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978 and COSHH.
• Identify and report hazards, taking immediate action where necessary.
• Support compliance activities such as fire safety, asbestos management, and Legionella checks.
• Safely operate hand and power tools in line with training and qualifications.

• Work independently across sites, including early mornings and evenings.
• Follow all lone‑working procedures and risk assessments.
• Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and sound judgement.

• Support staff in maintaining a safe and effective learning environment.
• Act as point of contact for contractors when required.
• Assist the care-taking team with occasional large‑scale or time‑sensitive tasks.
• Undertake any reasonable duties within the scope of the role as directed by the Facilities Manager.

• More technical, repair‑focused responsibilities.
• Greater involvement in planned maintenance and compliance.
• Broader skill set across multiple trades.
• More engagement with contractors and specialist workers.
• Less emphasis on daily cleaning or portering tasks.

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