Maintenance Operative

Dragon School; Oxford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution based in Oxford is looking for a Maintenance Operative to manage the upkeep of its buildings and facilities. This role includes overseeing daily maintenance tasks, ensuring the quality of repairs, and adhering to health and safety standards. The ideal candidate should have experience in facilities maintenance, possess strong coordination skills, and the ability to conduct basic repairs in plumbing and electrical systems. Collaborative work with the Maintenance Manager is essential for achieving high-quality service standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and repair of buildings.
• Knowledge of health and safety policies.
• Ability to conduct electrical and plumbing repairs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repairs of school buildings.
• Coordinate works of the maintenance team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.

Job description

Dragon School has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Operative to join the team.

The Maintenance Operative will be responsible on a daily basis to the Maintenance Manager, and will be line managed by the Head of Estates. The main responsibilities will focus on carrying out maintenance, repairs and general upkeep of the School’s buildings and fabric at both the Prep and Pre-Prep school sites, and across all boarding and residential properties. They are responsible for coordinating and ensuring the works carried out by the Maintenance team is completed to the standard expected by the Dragon, in accordance with the Health and Safety Policy and Guidelines. This includes maintaining electrical, plumbing, mechanical and related systems. Where they are competent to do so, they should proactively conduct repairs and renewals in pursuance of this function. Reports to: Maintenance Manager.