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Handyperson / Maintenance Person

Ocean Park House, Cardiff 37 hours Temporary £25,000 rising to £28,000 07/10/24
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If you would like to work for an organisation that demonstrates outstanding commitment to staff engagement, has gained a place on the Times Best 100 Companies to work for in the UK for the last eight consecutive years and that holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation we would love to hear from you!

Who we are:

As Wales’s largest Training Provider, ACT provide a wide range of training programmes and qualifications including Traineeships, Apprenticeships, Higher Apprenticeships and Schools provision across 30 different sectors throughout Wales.

ACT is all about people. With a family feel culture we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We’re all extremely passionate about making a positive difference to people’s lives by providing excellent learning programmes and opportunities.

What you’ll do:

To be responsible for the maintenance across all ACT sites. Controlling the prioritisation of jobs through a calendar system, ensuring staff and building needs are met.

The role is based across all ACT sites and fits within the Procurement Team reporting to the Procurement Manager.

ACT is committed to promoting the Welsh language for both staff and learners, and whilst it is not considered essential criteria, the ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role.

What we offer:

  1. Generous holiday package (up to 45 days per year)
  2. Annual salary increases
  3. Healthcare cash plan
  4. Contributory pension scheme
  5. Life assurance
  6. Car uplifts (where applicable)
  7. Wellbeing initiatives including access to in-house counselling
  8. Employee voice initiatives including a staff council
  9. Flexible and hybrid working options (where applicable)
  10. Annual team building events
  11. Four paid volunteering days per year
  12. Length of service and birthday rewards
  13. Staff recognition awards
  14. Complimentary tea and coffee
  15. Excellent learning & development and CPD opportunities
  16. Formal coaching and mentoring opportunities
  17. E-learning platform available to all staff

What you are responsible for:

  1. To perform minor repairs and maintenance of all buildings and equipment where required.
  2. To perform preventative maintenance in buildings inc. tap temperatures, flushing etc.
  3. To repair doors, locks and closers.
  4. Install window blinds, notice boards etc.
  5. To respond to emergency maintenance requests as required.
  6. To assist with the renovation/remodeling of buildings; repair plaster, drywall and painting.
  7. To maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures
  8. Obtain estimates for supplies, repairs parts and order parts if needed.
  9. Any other duties as requested by your Coordinator or Manager, which may be necessary from time to time.

What you get in return:

  • Excellent professional development opportunities
  • Generous holiday package (up to 45 days per year)
  • E-learning platform available to all staff.
  • Annual salary increases
  • Staff counselling sessions
  • Mental Health First Aider
  • Wellbeing initiatives
  • Bi-annual performance reviews
  • Staff Council
  • Flexible and hybrid working (where applicable)
  • Team building days
  • Volunteering days
  • Staff celebration days
  • Length of service, birthday and yearly appreciation rewards
  • Staff Recognition Awards
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Life assurance

Our Values:

At ACT, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and dignity for all. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to thrive.

FREDIE stands for Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement – values that lie at the heart of everything we do at ACT. From our interactions with staff to our engagement with learners, these principles guide our approach, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Person Specification

What we are looking for

Experience
Experienced and proven record in carrying out general maintenance tasks to the required standard
Experience of working to deadlines and prioritising own work load
Experience of managing projects
Working knowledge of the application of Health and Safety legislation in regard to general maintenance areas and safe systems of work
Full UK Driving Licence & own vehicle