(App833) Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative Level 2

• Setting the priorities for maintenance and repairs


• Carrying out basic repairs and cleaning


• Managing access to the premises and maintaining security


• Assisting with site staff management


• Planning site use and development


• Comply with all health and safety and fire regulations


• Championing health and safety around the school, and supervising external contractors


• To assist in the day-to-day maintenance of the school premises and external areas

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete any appropriate apprenticeship course on time and to a high standard


• Support the Site Supervisor and Estates Manager to ensure the security of the estate at all times


• To assist in the day-to-day maintenance of the school premises and external areas


• Assist with contacting the appropriate services in the event of the following emergencies: fire, flood, break-in, vandalism, accident


• Assist with and carrying out necessary duties where alarm systems are installed


• Assist in replacing light sources; clean accessible light fittings, shades and diffusers and replace where necessary and where fittings are 3.5 metres or less from ground level


• Ensure DBS clearance is sought for contractors whilst working on site. In the absence of a DBS, ensure that contractors are accompanied at all times, taking suitable measures to ensure the safeguarding of the students, staff and visitors to the school


• On arrival at the site and before proceeding with any works, ensure contractors are handed the contractor's code of conduct and have read, understood and signed the asbestos register (where applicable)


• Ensure that before any contractor proceeds with any work on the site, they have completed or produced the required documentation, such as a general work permit, hot work permit, risk assessments, public liability insurance, etc.