Property Maintenance Operative Apprenticeship

With such a diverse and complex estate, no two days are ever the same, requiring the successful candidate to be able to react, prioritise and communicate at all levels in a professional manner.

As an Apprentice Estates Operative you will: 

Respond to the computer based job ticket and prioritise workload General building maintenance – small repairs that enable the college to stay operational and functional to serve our main purpose of educating students Flushing of water outlets during holiday periods to comply with relevant legionella regulations Undertake and record multiple periodic inspections to ensure compliance with legislation React as necessary to any incident to ensure the smooth continuation of teaching Physical check on the operation and condition of every building on a weekly basis Help to set up and pack down events Sign in and accompany contractors General painting General cleaning up of spillages/blockages Work with Deputy estates manager to plan and deliver repairs across the campus Identify areas for improvement alongside the Estates strategy Work with Estates and Health and safety manager to identify and resolve any form of compliance related issues

Training:

You will be required to attend classes at Kidderminster College one day a week to achieve the Level 2 Property Maintenance standard apprenticeship.

Functional Skills in maths and English, if required.

Training Outcome:
Specialist tradesperson Facilities management Health and Safety 

Employer Description:
King Edward VI College, Stourbridge is the West Midland's Top Sixth Form College and a member of the Heart of Mercia Multi-academy Trust. The college specialises in the delivery of A levels for 16- to-19 year olds, offering a broad curriculum with extensive enrichment opportunities. The college is a vibrant, inclusive community with 2500 students from a variety of cultural and social backgrounds, all united in their enthusiasm for learning.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday 8:30am till 4:30pm Friday 8:30am till 4:00pm There may be occasional weekend work (college events, urgent maintenance) but this will be given back flexibly.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Team working,Health and Safety Awareness,Flexibility