Property Maintenance Apprentice

Key Tasks / Responsibilities:

• Assist with planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair tasks across buildings, facilities, and grounds.


• Support Instructor Technicians with session preparation, general building fabric repairs, including painting, decorating, joinery, plaster patching, and minor masonry work.


• Help carry out basic plumbing tasks, such as unblocking sinks, replacing tap washers, and checking for leaks under supervision.


• Assist with basic electrical tasks, including replacing light bulbs, checking fixtures, and supporting qualified staff with minor electrical maintenance.


•  Conduct routine safety checks, inspections, machinery, plant, MWF, and meter readings, reporting any issues promptly to supervisors.


• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas to ensure they are clean, safe, and well-organised.


•  Respond to maintenance requests in a polite and professional manner, helping to maintain a positive environment for building users.


• Support the installation, upkeep, and repair of fixtures, fittings, and building components.


• Shadow experienced colleagues to learn safe and effective property maintenance techniques.


• Accurately complete apprenticeship logs, assessments, EPA preparation and portfolio evidence as required by Lancaster & Morecambe College.


• Follow all organisational health, safety, safeguarding, and environmental procedures at all times.


• Assist with emergency repairs or site issues when required, under the direction of senior staff.


• Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for staff, residents, learners, and visitors.


• Other duties commensurate with the grade of post, including exam invigilation, as required

College Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the quality improvement process.


• Work within health and safety guidelines and be aware of your responsibilities for health and safety.


• Adhere to college policies and procedures.


• Promote and safeguard the welfare of young persons and vulnerable adults.


• Value diversity and promote equality and diversity.


• Undertake professional development to ensure skills and qualifications are up to date.
  •Participate in meetings and events as required.
  •Work co-operatively with colleagues and show commitment to the College