Maintenance Assistant

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Job Title:

Maintenance Assistant

Reporting To:

Facilities, Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Carrigaline, IE

Job Specification: Facilities Maintenance Caretaker

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Caretake / Maintenance Operative

Department: Facilities

Reporting To: FEHS Manager

1. Job Summary

The Maintenance Caretaker is responsible for the overall cleanliness, and physical upkeep of the property and its buildings. This role combines hands-on technical maintenance with daily operational duties to ensure a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for all staff and visitors.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance tasks across various areas, including:

• • Building Fabric: Handle minor carpentry, door hardware maintenance, office furniture adjustments, and paint touch-ups.
  • Plumbing: Basic repairs to taps, toilets, clear blockages.
  • Electrical (Non-Licensed): Assisting with basic electrical checks under supervision.
  • Grounds Maintenance: Outdoor Maintenance: Maintain external pathways, courtyards, and parking areas by weeding, clearing leaves and clearing litter.
  • Weather Response: Perform preventative gritting ahead of predicted cold snaps and snow clearing across entrances and driveways during adverse winter conditions.
  • Waste Coordination: Monitor the central bin areas, arrange for proper waste disposal, and ensure bottle/cans return bin is emptied frequently.
  • Contractor Liaison: Assist in gathering quotes and escorting external trade professionals for repairs sitewide, issuing the permit to work and ensuring the facility is safe to return to use after works.
  • Digital Literacy: Ability to use facility management systems, log maintenance tickets electronically, and respond to email queries.

 

• Help maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work completed and materials used.

• Adhere strictly to all company Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures, including proper use of PPE and safe working practices.

• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in all work areas.

• Undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by the FEHS Manager Facilities Lead or Senior Maintenance Technician.

 

3. Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Leaving Certificate or equivalent. Experience in a trade or a facilities role is an advantage.
• Experience: Previous experience in a maintenance role, general labour, or similar practical work environment is preferred.
• Driving Licence: A full, clean Irish driving licence is required as the role may involve collecting supplies.

4. Skills & Attributes

• Practical Aptitude: Experience in the use of hand and power tools is required.
• Physical Stamina: Capable of performing physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Problem-Solving: Basic ability to identify and report issues accurately.
• Teamwork: A strong team player, willing to follow instructions and work cooperatively with others as well as on own initiative.
• Communication: Good verbal communication skills to liaise with colleagues and report information clearly.
• Reliability & Punctuality: Dependable and committed to consistent attendance and punctuality is essential.
• Safety Conscious: A strong commitment to health and safety is imperative for the role.

5. Working Conditions

• The role involves working both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Working at heights e.g., on ladders, MEWPs or roofs.
• Exposure to various noise levels, dust, and common maintenance materials.
• Typical working hours are 07:30 - 16:30 Monday to Friday, flexibility is required for urgent repairs or planned maintenance activities outside normal working hours like late evenings/weekends.