Building & Facilities Caretaker - Harborne, United Kingdom - St John's Church, Harborne

Description

Purpose of post

Manage and coordinate all aspects of looking after St John's Church buildings complex, along with the Crossway and The Old Sewing Factory.

Includes oversight and delivery of appropriate care, maintenance, preparation and security of church buildings, externalareas, fixtures and fittings.
Oversee arrangement and work of contractors attending and maintaining all buildings. Ensure a welcoming and suitable environment is created for volunteers, employees and all who visit


Personal Qualities

• Can do, flexible and positive attitude to work
• Good people skills and confidence to communicate with a wide variety of people
• Self starter, ability to manage own time and prioritise tasks
• Basic DIY/maintenance skills
• Good knowledge of Office 36
• Ability to supervise other staff/volunteers
• Good general health as role involves lifting, moving tables and chairs etc.
• Appropriate First Aid qualification or willingness to undertake training
• Hold a full driving licence and have access to a car, or live within 30 minutes travel time with robust public transport links

Background and knowledgeA committed Christian who is prayerful and open to the renewing work of the Holy Spirit and one who holds to biblically orthodox church beliefs and teaching in matters of faith and conduct


Room preparation and CleaningPlan and participate in the delivery of all routine cleaning tasks and also periodic and special cleaning of the above sites.
Liaise with users to ensure appropriate preparation of all areas and rooms includingarranging of furniture and provision of any additional equipment and resources as required


External AreasEnsure all external areas and car parks of all sites are clean and tidy and free from rubbish.
Ensure landscaped areas are kept tidy and planted at appropriate times and that shrubs are kept under control.
Ensure salt and gritis applied to car park and walk-ways in icy weather.
Ensure that all land drains are checked and cleared on a regular basis


Maintenance & RepairsIdentify, assess and arrange emergency repairs as required.
Carry out basic repairs and decoration within skill set or arrange for approved contractors to carry necessary works.
Ensure all regular and routine maintenanceon plant is carried out at all sites


WelcomeWelcome and discern the needs of visitors to the building, deal with queries, and signpost people where necessary. Triage visitors to the building who may need pastoral support or prayer and take appropriate action which may includeoffering a brief prayer at that point.
Manage persistent callers for money and food kindly but firmly.
Articulate and demonstrate the Christian ethos of St John's Church


Supervision & ResourcingSupervise and direct contract cleaner or support staff.
Monitor service provided by external contractors as required


Health & Safety, ComplianceEnsure fire alarm and emergency lighting is checked at regular (as agreed) intervals and results recorded appropriately.
Ensure that all rubbish and waste is disposed of appropriately and maximise re-cycling opportunities.
Ensurethat all lifts are maintained and serviced in line with maintenance contract.
Ensure regular PAT tests for portable equipment are completed and up to date.
Ensure all fire routes and exits are kept clear at all times.
Complete and ensure risk assessments arein place for building usage.
Ensure Fire Extinguisher servicing is expedited annually


Plant, equipment storage & suppliesEnsure a full electronic inventory of all equipment, furniture and church property is maintained and updated.

Oversee programming of main church heating and ventilation systems - ensure time clocks are adjustedaccording to usage requirements and bookings diary.

Ensure all storage areas are kept tidy and relevant ministry leads informed if problems arise


Weddings, Funerals & Special EventsPrepare church and requested rooms.
Answer queries and attend any rehearsals or pre-event meetings.
Attend Weddings and Funerals and dress appropriately


SecurityMaintain records of church keys/access fobs loaned out. Oversee and programme the operation of Paxton electronic door control system.
Use the Church Management System (ChurchSuite) to maintain records of church equipment loaned andensure prompt return.
Monitor physical security of building.
Ensure CCTV facility is operational at all times.
Ensure external lighting is operational and time clocks are set according to season.
Ensure security alarm is operational at all times and serviced annually.
Beavailable to respond to alarm call outs when required


Working ArrangementsThe post is full-time, working week will be 37.5 hours. The hours worked will be flexible and will include some occasional weekend working.
On occasions it will be necessary to work additional hours for which time offin lieu will be given.
The post attracts 5 weeks paid annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
The post requires a basic DBS disclosure


RemunerationAn incremental pay scale operates within the salary range and is linked with the annual review and development process. Salaries are reviewed in April each year.
Automatic Enrolment in the Friends Life Flexible Retirement Accounta Self-Invested Pension Plan. The current contribution rates are Employer 3% and Employee 5%


Occupational Requirement. Equality Act 2010 relating to Religion or Belief and Sexual OrientationFor the purpose of both of the above Regulations it is considered to be an Occupational Requirement that you share and endorsethe values of St Johns Church, as an evangelical charismatic church with respect to Christian faith, conversion and commitment, sexual and moral conduct and lifestyle. If further clarity is required, this can be provided on request