Building supervisor without supervision
- Holywood, Co Down
- Temporary
- Part-time
- open and close the premises and grounds, except in circumstances where the employing designated Line Manager or other Authorised Person authorises another person to do so
- ensure that all windows are closed; doors and gates, both internal and external are locked at the end of each day
- safe custody of the keys of the premises, the allocation of keys to cleaning staff (where appropriate) and ensuring that keys used by the Cleaning staff are returned at the end of each working day
- operate and monitor Security Camera System including changing and storing of used tapes where appropriate
- operate Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm and Building Security Systems and report any faults.
- attend outside hours break in, vandalism and emergency incidents at the premises and ensure that the premises are secure and cleaned at the earliest opportunity when clearance has been given and any unauthorised entry or damage is reported to the designated Line Manager or other Authorised Person
- during normal working hours report any suspicious activity of persons immediately to the designated Line
- Manager or other Authorised Person to ensure a safe working environment for building users
- any breach of security must be reported to the designated Line Manager or other Authorised Person. A breach would include the finding of used needles, or suspicious illegal substance abuse in accordance with Libraries NI Policy
- apply grit/rock salt in times of snow and frost to ensure pathways and entrances are free from snow and ice.
- lighting and heating of the premises and the routine maintenance of plant
- ensure adequate fuel is requisitioned in good time
- monitor and document the usage of fuel, water and electricity
- replace lamps, tubes and plugs to a level of 3.35m using appropriate equipment, except where access from above can be gained
- inspect and report any defects on fire fighting equipment to the designated Line Manager or other Authorised Person.
- plan, organise and control the work of Cleaning staff (if appropriate) to ensure that Libraries NI standards are met, it being understood that the Building Supervisor personally undertakes cleaning duties
- plan periodic work in consultation with service users and report plans to the designated Line Manager or other Authorised Person
- recommend and implement changes in work procedures in accordance with the designated Line Manager or other Authorised Person to improve economy, standards or ease of operation
- do minor repair jobs throughout the building as appropriate
- touch-up paint work in the building where necessary
- undertake basic plumbing jobs where necessary
- any other handyperson duties as required.
- to deliver library materials to other library premises as required
- any other driving duties as required.
- a minimum of one years' experience working as Assistant Building Supervisor, Caretaker or similar role in a medium/large building
- previous responsibility for security of building, opening/closing and key holder duties
- knowledge of building cleaning methods and the use of electrical cleaning machinery e.g. floor polishing equipment
- awareness of Health and Safety legislation and practices e.g. COSHH and/or CLP regulations
- ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative
- ability to work a mix of mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends as required, both at base and in other premises
- have no criminal record which would prevent working with children or vulnerable adults.