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Overview of the job
This is a non-operational role supporting the appropriate function
Summary
The job holder will provide support to the managers and staff of the maintenance department by carrying out a wide range of tasks for which there are no specific trade skills or qualifications required but which do require a level of competency, skill and knowledge gained through either training, experience, or both.
This is a non-operational role with no line management responsibilities.
Responsibilities, Activities and Duties
The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:
- Support and assist with general repairs and maintenance activities to the required standard. These include assisting with:
- Testing of fire/cell call/pegging systems and portable appliance testing (PAT), temperature and meter reading
- Project work including office moves and refurbishment of areas within the establishment
- Survey inspections
- Work orders raised via relevant computer system.
Undertake other tasks including:
- Log materials used and assist with stocktaking of tools, equipment and materials
- Undertake activities in such a way to ensure that waste is reduced and that areas of work are safe, clean and tidy whilst work is in progress
- Inform manager to ensure sufficient levels of stock are maintained
- Ensure allocated Planned Maintenance and small repairs are carried out, undertaking service requests raised via the computer aided facilities management system
- Carry out project work when required
- Advise on sufficient levels of stock and request procurement of goods and services, and ensure all materials used are logged and are fit for purpose
- Escort technical contractors when required, working with and supervising them in accordance with Local Security Strategy (LSS)
- Maintain regular communications via radio net in accordance with(LSS)
- Undertake the role of banksman directing the operation of some plant equipment or machinery
- Be responsible for tools and plant machinery, carrying out checks at regular intervals and completing relevant documentation in accordance with Local Security Strategy (LSS) and National Security Framework (NSF)
- Comply with Health & Safety policies, procedures and legislation to ensure statutory and mandatory compliance
- Drive estates vehicles and operate plant equipment
- Operate within command mode in line with local contingency plans
- Undertake incidental and emergency or urgent tasks and assignments as per Service Delivery Agreement timescales in a safe manner
- Assemble products on site when required
- Carry out pest control prevention measures across the estate when required
- Contribute to prisoner reports including parole and sentence planning
The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the Job Holder.
An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English or (where specified in Wales) Welsh.
Behaviours
- Working Together
- Managing a Quality Service
- Communicating and Influencing
- Developing Self and Others
Essential Experience
Requires basic knowledge and will be required to undertake specific training and courses in these work areas. Will comply with the relevant H & S policies and legislation Must complete a manual handling course, undertake basic security awareness and be trained in break-away techniques if deemed required.
Technical Requirements
- Some roles require specific qualifications
- Requires basic knowledge of relevant role
Hours of Work (Unsocial Hours) Allowances
37 hour working week (standard).
HMPPS Staff on closed pay structures only: Additional Conditioned Hours Pensionable (ACHP)
Staff moving from a closed 39 hour pay structure will be eligible for the two protected
pensionable additional committed hours (ACHP). They will work a 39 hour week consisting of the standard 37 hour week and a further 2 additional hours (ACHP) paid at plain time pensionable rate.
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