Working Hours: 35 hours (shift patterns within core hours of 06:00 and 18:00)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date:26 March 2024
- Proof of Manchester Residency – to check if you fall under the Manchester City Council boundary, please visit - https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council
- Driving Licence – you must always hold a full valid driving licence
- DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Facilities Management team working within the Workplace Delivery service. The position will involve contributing towards the general maintenance and cleanliness of buildings alongside logistical movements across the estate.
You will be highly motivated and organised, with the ability to plan and prioritise your own workload when dealing with reactive issues. Multiple applications, systems and associated software packages will be used daily, therefore ICT skills are desirable but not essential as full training will be given.
Your main responsibilities will include:
The directing of Facilities Assistants (Level 1 & 2) to ensure all cleaning tasks are carried out in accordance with our procedures and standards. You will monitor this by conducting regular site visits, completing site audit forms, and liaising with building users.
Effectively maintaining the internal and external appearance and cleanliness of buildings and the immediate surrounding areas, carrying out inspections, liaising with customers and reporting identified issues.
Manual Handling of loads using appropriate equipment including the driving of vehicles requiring a normal driving License.
Undertake Minor Repairs including some working at height and use of small hand tools.
Working collaboratively with colleagues and independently to ensure safe working environments and practices, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
Undertaking of building based safety inspections and legal compliance safety checks such weekly Fire Alarm tests.
Carrying out all tasks in accordance with procedures and to the required quality standards to deliver a customer focused service.
You must be available to work shift patterns within our core hours of 06:00 and 18:00.
About the team/service:
The Facilities Management team is part of the Corporate Estates team and is responsible for
various different types of buildings citywide. We are committed to providing excellent service
and surpass building users expectations by ensuring environments are:
● Clean and hygienic
● Comfortable with appropriate heating and lighting
● Fit for purpose and compliant
● Safe and secure