Multi-Skilled Operative

Location: Cardiff
Position: Multi-Skilled Operative
Contract: Temporary initially, with the potential for a permanent position
Tools: All tools provided
DBS: Valid, in-date DBS certificate essential

We are looking to recruit a reliable, practical and enthusiastic Multi-Skilled Operative to work within a busy high school in Cardiff.

This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone with a good all-round knowledge of general building maintenance, basic plumbing, repairs and general site upkeep.

The successful candidate will help ensure that the school premises remain safe, clean, secure and well maintained, providing a responsive maintenance service to support the day-to-day running of the school.

The role will involve a mixture of general maintenance, basic repairs and wider site duties, including:

General Maintenance and Repairs

• Changing locks and carrying out basic lock repairs.
• Replacing lightbulbs, fluorescent tubes and other basic lighting components.
• Replacing taps and carrying out minor plumbing repairs.
• Repairing leaking sinks, toilets and other basic plumbing issues.
• Undertaking general building maintenance and minor repair work.
• Identifying maintenance issues and reporting any work requiring specialist attention.

General Site and School Duties

• Opening and closing the school premises as required.
• Unblocking toilets and dealing with general maintenance issues.
• Cleaning and maintaining areas of the school.
• Litter picking and keeping external areas tidy.
• Carrying out general housekeeping and site upkeep.
• Responding to requests from school staff and management.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties necessary to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming school environment.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A valid, in-date DBS certificate.
• Good all-round practical construction and maintenance skills.
• Experience of general building maintenance and basic plumbing.
• The ability to undertake a variety of repairs and maintenance tasks independently.
• A good understanding of spoken and written English.
• The ability to understand and follow technical instructions accurately.
• A flexible, proactive and practical approach to work.
• Good timekeeping, reliability and a strong work ethic.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• All necessary tools and equipment provided.
• An opportunity to work within a well-established school environment.
• A varied role where no two days are necessarily the same.
• An initial temporary position, with the possibility of becoming permanent.