Site Facilities & Maintenance Operative

Company
Adecco
Location
Preston
Salary
TBC

Full Job Description

Facilities and Maintenance Operative

upto £30k

Monday to Friday

A permanent opportunity that would suit an experienced individual in maintenance and facilities.

You will provide a high-quality service and support in all aspects of estates functions, general maintenance, and operational Health & Safety to maintain high standards throughout the campus creating an outstanding and welcoming teaching and learning environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities include daily Site Maintenance and Health & safety

* To undertake minor maintenance repairs and any requests made via the online cedar ticket system

* Undertake minor maintenance and repairs, including (but not limited to); unblocking sinks, drains & toilets, low level plumbing repairs, repairs to furniture, doors & ironmongery, hanging of pictures, whiteboards, and noticeboards, low level joinery work

* The effective operation of the heating system and boilers, including the Building Management System (BMS), ensuring buildings are heated and cooled as necessary

* To carry out necessary grounds maintenance, including (but not limited to); pressure washing, litter picking, leaf clearing, snow and ice clearance.

* Liaise with contractors scheduled to complete reactive works - understand the problem, assess any impact the works may have to the College and take ownership for your own continuous improvement by learning key skills from qualified tradespeople

* Unlock all buildings daily ensuring areas have adequate lighting as necessary

* Be available for out of hours call out (on a flexible rota)

* Ensure fire and intruder alarm systems are checked daily and any faults reported

* Report any damage or vandalism to buildings or belongings

* Undertake safety inspections/testing including, but not limited to, the minibus, emergency lighting, Legionella, fire alarm, fire extinguishers, fire doors and exits.

* To ensure the proper and safe storage of all equipment, tools, materials and chemicals

* Ensure all Health and Safety Procedures and duties are adhered to as outlined in the Health and Safety Policy

* Assume the responsibilities of a fire officer during fire alarm activation's

* Respond to first aid requests and administer first aid as necessary

* Complete external site inspections, assessing the condition of the grounds. Take action where possible to rectify and report larger-scale issues

* Work at height, with the safe use of ladders & platform steps Manual Handling Duties

* Accept receipt of all deliveries and distribute accordingly ensuring that items have been delivered to the correct person/department

* To assist with any urgent cleaning duties which may arise during the day

* To ensure sufficient stock levels for equipment and materials

* Drive the college minibus & van in accordance with driver's license categories set out by the DVLA

* Proactively support energy saving and recycling initiatives

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Location
Preston
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
TBC
Industry
Chemical
Closing Date
29th December 2025
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