
School Premises Manager
- Shefford, Bedfordshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.school premises manager - facilities managerbedfordhsireWhat you will be doing:An opportunity has arisen for a School Premises Manager to join the team at Galliford Try within our Facilities Management Business.Ideally, you will based in or around the Bedfordshire area and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple sites/projects in the Region.
- Responsible for opening and closing of the school, and checking buildings and grounds at start of day to ensure availability and where appropriate repair/report any faults needing urgent attention.
- Responsible for locking and securing all doors, windows and perimeter gates at the end of each day to ensure security of the site and activating and deactivating any alarm systems.
- Check heating is functional and available as required.
- Check lighting is functional and available as required.
- Check domestic hot water is functional and available as required.
- Make safe areas of danger and deal with any minor repairs the need for which may arise.
- Liaise with any contractors on site in respect of job required, safety on site, materials, plant, etc.
- Monitor cleaning work carried out by cleaning contractors and liaise with cleaning contractors on Site regarding rectification work
- Keep all outdoor areas, paths, steps, pathways, approaches and drain grids in a clean condition and litter free including the emptying of outside bins.
- Clear pathways/stairs of snow and apply Grit/salt to ensure safe surfaces as required.
- Carry out general portering-type duties including the movement of furniture, the receipt of and delivery of goods.
- Report events and tasks to the Help Desk and follow through to completion.
- Carry out general repairs and maintenance including first fix response as required
- Carry out minor Health and Safety checks (Fire Systems, Emergency Lighting, Fire Appliances, Water Systems) and the completion of associated paperwork for records.
- Provide cover for third party lettings outside of core working hours including weekends as required.
- Liaison with school business manager, teaching staff and other client representatives.
- Work to agreed shift patterns to ensure service delivery in accordance with the business requirements and contractual obligations.
- Carry our site inductions for contractors employed by GTFM and liaise with contractors to ensure they operate in accordance with submitted Risk Assessments and Method Statements, permits, whilst carrying out works
- Provide cover for School Premises Managers on other schools within the project during periods of sickness and holidays as directed by the GTFM Line Manager when the need arises.
- Participate in the training of new employees engaged by GTFM in the role of a School Premises Manager.
- Participate in and respond to out of hour's issues and emergencies at schools within the project as part of a list of nominated contacts
- Computer literate and a good knowledge and understanding of Microsoft packages such as Excel/Word
- Previous experience in a similar role working within Facilities management in School setting
- A trade qualification such as CSCS would be advantageous
- IOSH or NEBOSH is desirable
- First Aid At Work would be advantageous
- Desire to understand and promote the Company purpose, vision, values and culture
- Organised, structured and professional, with a passion for excellence, striving to delivering the best.
- Flexibility, resilience and the ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders. Demonstrating strong ethical standards with openness and honest.
- Commitment to the provision of excellent customer service, passionate, committed and enthusiastic in all that you do.
- Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
- A wide range of corporate discounts
- Cycle to Work schemes
- Comprehensive pension plan
- Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
- Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
- Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role