Maintenance Technician

Giraffe Childcare is the leading childcare provider in Ireland and a part of the Busy Bee's family. We operate 23 creches across the Greater Dublin Area, Kildare and Meath providing high quality childcare to young children and their families. We are passionate about childcare, and we are responsive to each child's interests and needs. Underlying our approach is the belief that every child is a unique and special individual. 

Giraffe Childcare are recruiting for a Maintenance technician to join the team 39 hours/week. This role will be working in a team of three.

What does the role entail?

• Maintaining areas for which you are responsible for in a safe state.
• Preserving and improving the centres throughout the year including:
• Gardening and ground Maintenance
• Pavements and cement groves are kept free of weeds.
• Carrying out repair requests (where capable), e.g., replacing light bulbs, door adjustments, locks on doors, fixing of furniture to walls, etc.
• Working closely with the Centre Directors and working monthly maintenance lists.
• Adhering to Health and Safety at Work Act - conducting risk assessments, and adhering to COSHH regulations
• Reporting accidents

What are the skills and experience required?

• 2 years previous experience in Facilities Maintenance.
• Good demonstrable knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to spot safety risks and address needs quickly.
• Ability to motivate self and work on own initiative.
• Problem solving.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent in verbal and written English.
• Must have eligibility to work full time in Ireland.
• Must have full, clean drivers license.

What Giraffe Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Company Tablet, Phone,
• Company Van
• Childcare Discount should it be applicable
• Free Parking at sites and office base
• Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service cover
• Further opportunities for development and growth
• Flexible working hours

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