Overview
Job Opportunity: Facilities Assistant
Location: Holywood
Reporting to: Facilities Manager
Contract Type: Temporary
Salary rate is £14.63 - £15.35 hourly (dependent on qualifications and experience).
Mon - Thurs 7.45am to 4.15pm 1 hour for lunch
Friday 7.45am to 3.45pm 1 hour for lunch
About the Role
Reed is seeking a proactive and reliable Facilities Assistant to join our clients dedicated facilities team on a temporary basis. This is a key role in ensuring the school grounds and buildings are maintained to the highest standards, creating a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, parents, and visitors.
Responsibilities
Maintenance & Caretaking
* Perform routine health and safety checks and maintenance tasks.
* Carry out minor repairs (e.g. plumbing, lighting, furniture).
* Paint and decorate areas as directed.
* Report defects and hazards (e.g. fire safety issues, trip hazards).
* Ensure fire escape routes are clear and accessible.
* Provide emergency cleaning services when required.
* Remove graffiti, litter, and waste as needed.
Grounds & Event Support
* Assist with grounds maintenance and upkeep.
* Participate in the team rota for lock-up and site security.
* Support weekend and evening events (e.g. sports, external bookings).
* Provide car parking and portering duties as required.
* Experience of lock up/security/alarms would be desirable but is not essential
* If lock up was involved there would be the scope for additional overtime including Saturdays for sports events
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
* Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and machinery use.
* Practical and hands-on with basic maintenance skills.
* Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
* Flexible to work outside normal hours when needed.
* Committed to maintaining a safe and professional school environment.
Desirable Skills & Experience
* Experience in a facilities, caretaking, or maintenance role.
* Basic knowledge of health and safety procedures.
* Ability to use hand and power tools safely.
* Good communication and problem-solving skills.
The candidate would need to have an Enhanced Access NI certificate.
Please submit an up-to-date CV today via the "Apply" link today, you can call the Branch on and speak to Donna
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