JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE:Technical Officer (Property Maintenance) DIRECTORATE: Environment DEPARTMENT: Assets and Property Services REPORTS TO: Senior Maintenance Officer LOCATION: Initially based at North Road Depot, however, may be required to work at any location throughout the Borough SALARY SCALE: PO1 SCP 29 - 32 CAR USER STATUS:Casual PURPOSE AND FUNCTION OF THE POST To provide technical support in the design, planning, programming and supervision of property maintenance and management matters within the Council. This includes full design responsibility along with the preparation of appropriate contract documentation and the provision of support to the Senior Maintenance Officer. Also, to provide expert advice and support on other construction/property maintenance related matters generally. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1.To complete condition surveys of Council property (including Play areas) relating to Property Maintenance and to use this as the basis for a planned maintenance schedule of Works. 2. To produce an accurate schedule of works (relevant to the Property Maintenance) for each project identified through the surveys. 3. To develop designs (alongside relevant contractors) for maintenance projects, including new and replacement Play areas, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and good practice. 4. To develop accurate bill of quantities for each design so that adequate budgets can be agreed in advance. 5.To assist in the preparation of annual estimates in respect of Property Maintenance matters. 6.The preparation of contract documentation in accordance with Council procurement policy for capital and revenue works (relevant to the Property Maintenance). 7.The survey, planning and subsequent supervision of capital and revenue works relevant to Property Maintenance. 8. Completion of remeasurement and quality control checks upon job completion (relevant to the Property Maintenance) and the subsequent approval of payments to contractors and suppliers 9.To ensure full compliance with all Statutory Authority requirements in relation to the Property Maintenance e.g., Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations 2015, Planning Service, Building Control regulations, Disability Discrimination Act, The Fire and Rescue Services Order (NI) 2010, HSE obligations, etc 10.The programming of works to ensure minimum disruption to Council services and the delivery of these to agreed targets and deadlines. 11.The use of appropriate IT software to produce reports. 12.To ensure that adequate records are kept of all planned Works and completed Works. 13. To continually seek out opportunities for energy efficiency and sustainability within our estate. This includes playing a key role in the implementation of our sustainable energy management strategy. 14.Delivery of suitable systems for the management and maintenance of a wide range of Technical and maintenance related Council obligations relating to the area of specialism e.g., legislative maintenance and compliance with energy management guidelines. 15.To ensure a working environment that provides equality, health and safety and development for employees and Contractors in accordance with Council policies and legal requirements. 16.The provision of technical support in response to unplanned / funded items of work that may occur within the Council. 17.To deputise for the Senior Maintenance Officer and provision of cover for colleagues within the service unit. 18. To comply with and promote equality, health and safety in accordance with Council Policies and legal requirements. 19. To undertake any other appropriate duties as may be allocated from time to time in accordance with the general nature of the post. PERSON SPECIFICATION The person specification provides information on the qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills required to carry out the duties of the post. The essential criteria will be used for shortlisting and as part of the selection process QUALIFICATIONS ESSENTIAL HNC or equivalent in Building/Engineering or other construction related subject. Or Relevant technical qualification at NVQ Level 3 or equivalent plus 3 years experience as detailed below, in a similar role DESIRABLE Playground inspection RPII to Operational Inspector level EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL 2 years relevant Construction/Maintenance experience in each of the following areas: Programming planned maintenance. Planning and supervision of small contracts Contract management Current building legislation (to include working knowledge of building control regulations, Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations 2015, etc) Computer based maintenance software to program, monitor, record and produce of reports. DESIRABLE Proficient with recent AutoCAD or equivalent drawing software. KEY SKILLS & ABILITIES Good organisational skills Ability to work without close supervision. Experienced in using Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and databases. OTHER REQUIREMENTS A valid Category B driving licence with access to a form of transport that will allow fulfilment of the duties of the post or have access to a suitable form of transport which will enable the post holder to meet the requirements of the post* *The above alternative (access to a suitable from of transport), is a reasonable adjustment specifically for applicants with disabilities, who because of their disability, are unable to hold a valid driving licence The selection panel reserves the right to enhance the shortlisting criteria to facilitate the process when necessary. To apply please click 'Apply' below.