Grounds and Facilities Assistant (Part-time)
Our client is seeking a Grounds & Facilities Assistant who will be responsible for maintaining the school grounds and supporting the upkeep of the school building. The role involves assisting the Caretaker with day-to-day maintenance, general repairs, health and safety matters, and the preparation and clean-up of school events. This is a part-time temporary role on a week to week basis.
For You:
Key Responsibilities:
1. Grounds Maintenance
- Maintain lawns, shrubs, hedges, flower beds, and trees through mowing, weeding, pruning, and seasonal maintenance.
- Keep pathways, entrances, roadways, and outdoor areas clean, clear, and free from hazards.
- Clear drains and gullies to help prevent blockages and flooding.
- Apply salt and grit to paths and access routes during icy or snowy conditions.
- Ensure the school grounds remain safe, tidy, and presentable at all times.
2. Cleaning and Health & Safety
- Maintain the cleanliness of outdoor areas, walkways, and drainage systems.
- Identify and address potential hazards promptly, reporting any issues that require further attention.
- Respond to urgent maintenance or safety concerns and escalate them to the Caretaker or Principal as appropriate.
- Follow all relevant health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
3. Repairs and General Assistance
- Assist the Caretaker with minor repairs and maintenance to furniture, windows, doors, bathroom fixtures, and other school facilities.
- Support the preparation of school events by moving tables, chairs, staging, and other equipment as required.
- Assist with dismantling equipment and cleaning up following school events.
- Provide general practical assistance to the Caretaker to support the smooth day-to-day operation of the school.
4. Reporting and Communication
- Report maintenance requirements, damage, hazards, and health and safety concerns to the Principal or Caretaker.
- Communicate progress on assigned tasks and report when work has been completed.
- Work cooperatively with school staff to maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming school environment.
Essential Requirements
- Valid Safe Pass certification.
- Manual Handling certification.
- Garda vetting clearance, in accordance with school requirements.
- Previous experience in a similar grounds maintenance, facilities, caretaking, or general maintenance role.
- Experience using gardening tools safely.
- Reliable, practical, and hardworking, with a strong attention to detail.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.
- A proactive approach to identifying and addressing maintenance and safety issues.
- Flexible and willing to assist with a variety of duties as required.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Nikki Moloney or call Osborne Recruitment on 01 525 2457.
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format.
If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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