Maintenance Officer
We are looking for a Maintenance Officer to join the Estates team to deliver a range of day-to-day tasks and programmed maintenance jobs at all sites.
Position: Maintenance Officer
Location: Swindon, with some travel to London and Bala (Wales) offices
Hours: Part-time – 22.5 hours per week
Salary: £25,100 pro rata (£15,060 per annum actual)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 9 June 2025
Interview Date: The first round is online on 16 June 2025 and the second round is in person at the Swindon office on 23 June 2025
The Role
You will oversee specialist maintenance companies, which provide a range of services throughout the year, whilst monitoring their performance and health and safety while on site. You will also monitor and record day-to-day safety in the workplace, paying particular attention to portable appliance testing and safety, slip and trip hazards and fire risks.
Within this role you will mainly work at the Swindon office, but you will need to travel to the other offices (London and Bala) as required. Normally you would need to travel to the London office one day a month and two days bi-monthly to the Bala office.
About You
We are looking for someone with the ability to travel to all other sites, with an eye for details and good problem solving skills.
You will have good working knowledge of general maintenance including:
Health and Safety in the Workplace including Manual Handling COSHH, LOLER, PUWER and related codes of practice
Security procedures and ability to take responsibility as a key holder of the Swindon office and staying calm under pressure
Utilities and ability to safely operate electricity, gas, water systems, plant and equipment
DIY, including, grounds maintenance, machinery, carpentry, painting and decorating. Very competent in safely using tools associated with this work
You will have experience of identifying and fixing minor defects e.g. dents in walls and leaking taps etc and the ability to develop skills appropriate to the role (e.g. PAT testing certification, PA operation etc.)
Ideally, you will be trained to use a forklift or have the ability to use one and have been trained in manual handling.
Please provide your CV and a 250-word statement that sets out your interest and suitability for this position.
In Return…
Commitment - As a Christian organisation, the charity believe you have gifts and abilities that are all your own. So they’re willing to explore how what you have might fit what’s needed.
The checklist – There’s no such thing as the perfect candidate. You don't have to tick every box on the job description before you apply!
It's personal - You have a life outside work, and the organisation want you to be able to live it well. So are happy to talk to you about flexible working hours and working from home.
Learn and grow - When you're trained in a new skill, or learn a different perspective, it benefits everyone. The organisation is committed to making it possible for everyone to flourish, with a huge variety of learning resources available.
Together and apart - The charity believe in home working where it’s appropriate, and during lockdown they made that work really well. But know how important it is to meet face to face, too and are committed to making the office an enriching environment, where people are glad to be.
Celebrating difference - Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the organisation and it promotes diversity of thought, culture and background. Diversity is valued and this is reflected in the workforce.
Level ground - We want you to bring your best to the application and selection process. If you need any adjustments to be made for that to happen, let us know and we'll be glad to help.
Benefits include: Flexible Working, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Family Time benefits including TOIL, 28 days (plus bank holidays) after 2 years’ service (plus holiday trading, office closed at Christmas, additional closure the day before Good Friday and as day after Easter Monday), gym membership, Health Cash Plan or Private Medical, Cycle Scheme, Life Assurance, Staff Seminars, All Staff Gatherings, Access to LinkedIn Learning platform, Tastecard, Childcare Vouchers, Loyalty Awards, Staff Events, Free tea and coffee
Working in over 200 countries and territories, the organisations parent charity, is a global mission to bring the Bible to life for everyone and believes that when people engage with the Bible lives can be changed, for good.
The charity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and aspires to reflect this in its workforce. Applications are welcome from people representing all sections of the community.
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PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation