Facilities Technician/Multitrades

Job description

Our client at Begbroke Science Park is looking for a Facilities Technician/Multi Trade to cover sickness for approximately 3-4 months, possibly longer. Rate is between 13.02 and 14.82 per hour PAYE, depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive repairs and maintenance of grounds, buildings and equipment and monitor stock levels of consumable goods.
• Maintain a high standard of health and safety by undertaking regular building checks and proactively identifying areas requiring maintenance and helping to resolve any issues that arise. Compliance with health and safety regulations and instructions.
• Minor maintenance of boilers, air handling plant and extract plant.
• Maintenance and minor refurbishment / installation of laboratory equipment.
• Carry out Portable Appliance testing (training will be provided).
• Understand the Building Management System to identify problems and carry out checks.
• To operate the security and fire alarm systems including weekly testing of systems.
• Complete and maintain basic compliance logs, forms and records
• Being proactive while onsite and reporting any issues to the Facilities Manager.
• Carry out any other required maintenance duties and assist and support any member of the maintenance team as needed.

Selection criteria

Essential selection criteria

• Previous experience in a building maintenance role i.e., plumbing, heating and ventilation systems, carpentry, painting and decorating and minor electrical works.
• Conversant with Health and Safety legislation to include current Risk Assessment, COSHH and Manual Handling Regulations.
• Literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to a GCSE in Maths and English
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and e-mail.
• Previous experience in a customer focussed environment with the ability to build positive relationships with others.
• Well organised with the ability to correctly prioritise work with minimal supervision and to work well in a team.
• Pro-active, flexible approach to work and a can-do attitude with the ability and willingness to adapt as requirements change.

Desirable selection criteria

• Formal Health and Safety training
• Experience with various trades including electrical