Job Title: Premises Manager
Location: Slough SL2
Hours: Monday - Friday 36 Hours a week
Rate: 21 (Paye)
I'm recruiting for a Premises Manager to join a School in Slough. Provide property management and security services to the academy. Work with the Estates Manager to plan, coordinate, and implement inspections, maintenance, statutory compliance, and repairs for the academy buildings and grounds. Implement centrally procured contracts. Manage premises staff, including cleaners, and liaise with contractors to maintain high service standards. Ensure site health and safety and maintain the security of the premises. Maintain school machinery and plant, and ensure the premises' internal and external fabric is safe and secure.
Responsibilities:
Management and Supervision:
Coordinate and implement routine inspections and repairs of school buildings, equipment, and grounds
Advise on redecoration and refurbishment plans.
Investigate site issues, propose solutions, and initiate repairs.
Order and oversee repairs, managing small maintenance projects.
Assist in preparing documentation for tenders or project specifications.
Inspect and report/repair defects in the school's internal and external structures and equipment.
Establish and monitor window cleaning arrangements.
Manage and supervise contractors working on school premises.
Report on buildings, maintenance, and health and safety issues at Academy Council meetings.
Arrange for the opening, closing, heating, and equipment availability for school functions and outside lettings.
Manage external grounds contractors and recommend improvements.
Plan and manage work requests and preparations for Academy events.
Supervise premises staff, ensuring effective working relationships, timekeeping, and maintenance of work schedules and standards.
Conduct accident investigations.
Conduct absence interviews and present to Governors as necessary.
Conduct and maintain a register of risk assessments.
Security and Health and Safety:
Complete annual Health and Safety audit and routine checks, including site and equipment inspections.
Conduct water risk assessments and coordinate surveys with the Estates Manager
Maintain and update the Annual Building Inspection Plan to ensure premises are fit for purpose.
Ensure timely repairs and report defects.
Conduct daily and weekly inspections of play equipment, making necessary repairs.
Arrange and implement recommendations from annual play inspections.
Advise the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) on health and safety matters.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, regularly reviewing procedures.
Undertake yearly fire risk assessment and conduct regular fire safety inspections.
Supervise the site daily to prevent trespassing and ensure safety.
Serve as the principal registered Key Holder, attending call-outs and taking appropriate action.
General Duties
Address bursts, leaks, flooding, fires, and breakages safely and promptly.
Handle electrical and gas emergencies safely and promptly.
Supervise and establish cleaning procedures, rotas, and standards.
Receive deliveries, move supplies, and handle furniture and equipment.
Liaise with contractors for heating and energy management.
Take monthly energy readings.
Manage external bins and order skips as necessary.
Ensure premises are free from pests and vermin.
Keep logs of work, records, and information for insurance and inspections.
Qualifications and Skills:
Nebosh General or equivalent
COSHH
Asbestos Awareness
Legionella Awareness
Experience of premises management, building cleaning or building management
Use of general cleaning equipment
Taking responsibility for security of a building
Awareness of the requirements of health and safety legislation and good practice relevant to the duties of the post.
If you are interested, kindly submit your application now. Even if your application is not successful this time, you can still register for potential future opportunities. Please note that if you do not receive a response within 10 working days, your application has not been successful on this occasion and feedback may not be provided.