Multi-Skilled General Trades Technician

CBS ARENA; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Coventry Building Society Arena is home to unforgettable experiences for conferences, exhibitions, meetings, sport, music and live entertainment. We are an internationally renowned venue which attracts 1.2 million visitors a year and hosts more than 600 events a year.

Coventry Building Society Arena is home to Coventry City Football Club and has hosted some of the world's biggest names in music, including Coldplay, Rolling Stones, Harry Styles and the Arctic Monkeys.

Our team is committed to providing the best experience and service for all of our visitors.

'The Best Times Are Here, The Best People Are Here' at Coventry Building Society Arena.

Roles and Responsibilities:

OVERVIEW

• Completing reactive and planned maintenance tasks as directed to do so. This includes basic repairs to woodwork, metalwork, decorating, flooring and other building fabric work.
• Where previous experience or qualifications are held eg Plumbing, Electrical or other trade, the maintenance tasks will include the skills held, as deemed required by the Facilities Supervisor or Manager.
• To undertake in-house training and inductions as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor/ Facilities Coordinator.
• To work flexibly as part of a team and assist all other departments when necessary to enable the venue to operate effectively.

Other duties:

• Undertake general building maintenance works to Company facilities and equipment.
• Operate a planned preventative maintenance scheme to all Coventry Building Society Arena doors, locks, ironmongery, door furniture, fixtures, fittings, fire doors, emergency lights, water compliance, plant checks.
• To undertake and carry out ladders, steps and access equipment inspections and record findings.
• Supports and advise the Maintenance Supervisor/ Facilities Coordinator of new designs and improvements to facilities to improve the quality and efficiency of the service provided.
• Supports the Facilities Supervisor/Head of Facilities in liaising with managers, contractors, other agencies in connection with exhibitions, designs, displays, events to include security improvements or other specialised building and construction work.
• Maintain awareness and adheres to current good working practices that conform to health and safety regulations and legislation.
• Advises the Facilities Supervisor or other managers of incidents or readings, which may indicate serious existing or potential problems so an informed judgment can be made.
• Work a 40 hour, 4 on 4 off shift pattern including weekends to cover the Arena's programme of special events and match days.
• To operate and maintain woodworking machinery and equipment which will include dust extraction and portable tools in accordance with codes of practice and safety regulations.
• Carry out pre-match and post-match checks for all sporting events or major events to all designated areas as determined by the Maintenance Supervisor/Head of Facilities.
• Any other duties deemed reasonable for the role.

Skills & Abilities:

• Be able to work on their own initiative.
• This is a full time / permanent role which requires the right to work in the UK as we do not offer sponsorship.
• To drive and possess a full driving licence.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-skilled team and meet deadlines.
• A flexible approach to work and types of work to be undertaken.
• Be able to work at height, IPAF licence would be an advantage.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to complete work administration sheets and operate a handheld PDA to receive and sign off tasks from online maintenance software.
• Deal with tenants, customers, staff and colleagues courteously and professionally.
• Should possess all round general building skills, i.e. woodwork, plumbing, minor electrical work, tiling, painting, fabrication, drainage, water management (legionella compliance) etc - Desirable.

Benefits

• Onsite free car parking.
• Subsidised canteen.
• Company pension scheme.
• Death in service.
• Full time position working 4 on 4 off shift rota, day shift.

Qualifications:

• Should be skilled and have knowledge in general maintenance trades.
• Posses a City & Guilds qualification or equivalent training - Desirable.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience working in large commercial buildings, stadiums, exhibition halls, multi-function facilities, hotels or similar.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of good general building maintenance working practices and safe systems of work.
• Awareness of relevant Building Regulations and codes of practice.
• Must have a flexible approach and a willingness to train and be developed to meet future needs of the department.
• Awareness of and a commitment to the legal requirements for Health & Safety.