Site Manager Job High Wycombe area,England UK,Maintenance/Cleaning

About this Role Main Purpose of Post

The overall purpose of this role is the management and development of the school sites and premises. This will include:

Responsibility for ensuring that the premises are fit for purpose and meet the requirements of health and safety legislation and the curriculum
Responsibility for the management of contractors
Monitoring / directing any site staff (cleaners / grounds maintenance)
Responsibility for all school premises issues as they arise
Developing a premises and maintenance plan
Security of the site

The post holder will need to maintain an up to date understanding of developments in facilities management and all health and safety requirements, and will to be able to identify areas where systems and procedures can be improved.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks Premises Management

Strategic and planned maintenance - contribute to the strategic planning and development of the school site. Be proactive in identifying the most appropriate and effective solutions.
Be aware of location of essential services including water isolation values, fire points, drainage systems, and gas and power supplies
Maintain a detailed plan showing the location of all services
Set and monitor school heating and hot water systems
Ensuring that the L8 Water Management plan is implemented and followed
Ensuring that the Asbestos Management plan is implemented and followed
To be the named Responsible Persons and Appointed Persons for Asbestos and Legionella
Manage the cost of all repairs in line with both budget and specification
Develop and manage a planned maintenance programme for the school e.g. develop a rolling programme of redecoration / refurbishment
Monitor day to day maintenance, repair and cleaning of the school and where necessary undertake repairs and DIY projects
Develop an appropriate monitoring procedure to ensure that the school site is kept clean, safe and in a good state of repair and stocked with all necessary supplies
When necessary work with the Finance Officer and obtain quotes for third party contractors prior to instructing them to undertake the work to demonstrate best value has been achieved
Monitor and maintain a file of work undertaken by third party contractors e.g. specifications, quotes, method statements, risk assessments, all health and safety aspects etc.
Ensure all work is signed off on completion, identifying any areas of concerns and managing the contractor until the work is completed satisfactorily
Ensure arrangements are in place so that appropriate and timely response to emergency call outs as necessary and attend to co-ordinate.
Inclement weather - ensure that the school is properly prepared for use
Monitor the performance of all staff and contractors to ensure a clean, tidy and well maintained school environment at all times
Instruct, monitor and review any contracts / contractors e.g. grounds maintenance, cleaning contractors
Arrange and oversee annual PAT testing

Cleaning and Welfare

Monitor and ensure the site is kept clean, tidy and attractive to minimise the risks to the health and safety of those using the school site and to ensure the activities of the school can take place in an environment suited to learning
Liaise with cleaning contractor so that high standards are maintained
Monitor supplies of cleaning materials, review and deal with personal hygiene contracts and any cleaning contractors to ensure contracts are being adhered and best value achieved
Ensure that a sweep of the school at the end of the day ensures that no rubbish or litter is left lying around and that the school and all of its facilities are in a good clean condition for the next day, this includes areas such as the staff room, kitchen, hall, entrance area and corridors

Management of premises staff (e.g. cleaners, contractors)

Prepare work rotas covering daytime, evenings and weekends to ensure that the site is adequately covered for all maintenance, cleaning, security and lettings
Ensure all staff are fully aware of effective risk management, for example, in health and safety and in line management of any third party contracts
Know about risk assessment tools and how to use them to establish hazards within the school and any associated risks involved.

Security and Health and Safety

To be responsible for the security of the premises and report to the Headteacher or Finance Officer any security matters
To be fully aware of the school’s duty of care in relation to staff, pupils and visitors and to comply with health and safety…