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Site maintenance operative / caretaker

Exeter
TQR
Maintenance operative
Posted: 14h ago
Offer description

Purpose of the Role

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
To ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment for staff, students, and visitors. The role may involve working across multiple sites as required. Use of a personal vehicle and a D1 driving licence would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

* Maintain buildings and grounds to a high standard, ensuring they are safe, clean, and ready for use
* Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times
* Support site security, including locking/unlocking, alarm setting, and occasional emergency call-outs
* Carry out general maintenance, repairs, and minor improvement works
* Assist with ordering materials and liaising with suppliers where required
* Coordinate access for external contractors and monitor progress of works
* Move and set up furniture and equipment as needed
* Receive, handle, and distribute deliveries across the site
* Conduct routine checks of fire safety equipment, emergency lighting, and alarms
* Monitor heating and lighting systems to ensure efficiency
* Maintain external areas, including litter picking and general upkeep
* Carry out seasonal duties such as gritting and salting pathways
* Provide support with traffic and bus management during peak times
* Assist with the upkeep and basic management of minibuses, including occasional driving duties
* Participate in training and development activities as required
* Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role to support site operations

Maintenance Duties

* Plumbing: Basic repairs including tap washers, ball valves, and simple installations
* Carpentry: Repairs to doors, furniture, fixtures, and fittings
* Decorating: Internal and external painting and general upkeep
* Electrical: Basic tasks such as replacing bulbs, fuses, and plug tops
* General Building: Minor repairs including glazing, flooring, tiling, and patch plastering

General Responsibilities

* Contribute to a positive and effective learning environment
* Follow all organisational policies and procedures, particularly health and safety
* Maintain high standards of professionalism, courtesy, and confidentiality
* Engage in performance management and ongoing professional development
* Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion
* Support colleagues and provide cover when required
* Maintain a clean and organised working environment

Additional Responsibilities

* Contribute to wider organisational initiatives by sharing best practice
* Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with data governance requirements
* Support reporting and administrative processes relevant to the role
* Comply with all safeguarding, health & safety, and equality policies

If you are interested or have the relevant experience and are currently looking for a new challenge then please submit an up to date CV by clicking the apply button.

For an informal chat please phone and ask for Laura. Many thanks for your interest. xsngvjr

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