Site Technician

Overall Purpose of Post: To ensure the facilities of the academy are maintained to the highest possible standards and strive for continuous improvement in all areas to help us towards our aspiration to be world class. Responsibilities and Accountabilities 1. To undertake the full range of duties and responsibilities as required by the Principal as set out in: a) The SNMAT Contract. b) Any other duties commensurate to the post title which the Principal or Line Manager may deem appropriate. 2. Participation in continuous professional development. 3. To actively promote equality of opportunity for all students and staff. Expectations 1. To embody the Values and Ethos of the Academy. 2. To be positive, helpful and flexible in order to meet the constantly changing demands of the role. 3. To show commitment to the rigorous continuous improvement of the Academy. 4. To demonstrate a positive commitment to working with all stakeholders (students, parents, staff etc.) to improve the performance of the Academy. Specific to the role Continuous Improvement 1. Ensure all facilities are maintained to outstanding and world class standards. 2. To continuously review and develop systems and processes ensuring all areas run efficiently. Core Duties 1. To ensure the landscaping and all outdoor areas of the academy are routinely maintained to the highest standards, kept free from litter, leaves and weeds. 2. To help manage and respond to site requests. This may include day to day repairs, requests for set up at events and assembling and dismantling of sports and other equipment. 3. General maintenance of site equipment and garden machinery on a day-to-day basis. 4. Horticultural operations, for example; planting, seeding, pruning and maintenance of shrub and flower beds. 5. Operation of powered hand tools such as strimmers, hedge cutters and mowers. 6. To assist with the upkeep of the facilities such as painting and decorating and other minor repairs. 7. Carry out routine maintenance of toilet facilities, unblocking toilets, sinks, drains, minor plumbing repairs (fitting replacement taps) and remove any graffiti. 8. Accept and distributing deliveries. 9. Be responsible for preparing site for any inclement weather, gritting and clearing snow and ice as necessary. 10. Ensure all checks and tests are carried out to ensure statutory compliance by self, staff or contractors and undertake statutory and non-statutory inspections as directed by the Site Manager (training will be given). 11. Maintain and monitor boilers. 12. Undertake any cleaning duties as necessary ensuring compliance with COSHH regulations. 13. Be aware of the locations of essential services including water isolation valves, fire points, drainage systems, gas and power supplies. 14. Regular inspection of all drains and gullies for blockages remedying as necessary. 15. Ensure buildings are locked and unlocked at appropriate times (including daily opening and closi