Job Summary
This position is subject to Garda vetting. In addition to the listed duties below, the Facilities Manager will undertake other tasks as may be decided by senior leadership and/or determined by the needs of St. Mary's High School.
Key Responsibilities
* Open and close the school daily and as directed by the senior leadership team.
* Have good communication and organisational skills.
* Maintain the school premises, furniture, equipment and fittings, ensuring they are kept to an agreed standard and condition.
* Prevent damage to the structure, furniture, fittings and equipment of the school wherever possible.
* Organise and oversee the carrying out of painting and renovation work in the school.
* Carry out maintenance work as appropriate during school holidays.
* Ensure the maintenance of security alarms, fire alarms, lawn mower and photocopiers by contacting service contractors when necessary.
* Keep the school grounds in good order by looking after flowerbeds, cutting the grass, fixing fencing, sweeping/power washing the yard and helping to keep the school litter free.
* Dispose of rubbish, take out bins and liaise with school cleaners.
* Take delivery of equipment and distribute it appropriately.
* Run errands as requested by the senior leadership team.
* Report and arrange repair (as necessary) of anything that could be a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of employees and pupils, including unblocking toilets.
* Ensure the school and grounds are safe during adverse weather conditions.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will have initiative to identify tasks/duties that need to be carried out as part of this role, subject to authorisation from the school senior leadership team, including whole school events such as the school musical, open night and prize-giving.