JOB TITLE MAINTENANCE CO-ORDINATOR, CORK
LOCATION SOPHIA HOUSING, CORK CITY
ABOUT SOPHIA
Sophia is a national organisation that has been supporting people as
they emerge from homelessness since *.
Sophia is a niche service provider for two reasons; Firstly, it sees
the provision of home of one’s own as the primary response to
homelessness and the intervention that Sophia is exclusively focused
on. Secondly as an Approved Housing Body, its core mission is to
provide homes for individuals, couples and families who not only need
a home but also present with other support needs.
We aim to provide safe and innovative projects for vulnerable families
and individuals, which will enable them to make a positive difference
in their lives.
CONTRACT PERMANENT
Hours * hours per week, Monday to Friday
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
* Carry out regular property inspections, including communal areas.
* Develop relationships with maintenance contractors to ensure the
quality of work of all repairs and property renovations are to a high
standard and at a competitive rate in line with Sophia’s Procurement
Policy.
* Maintain and update all resident repairs and maintenance issues
using Sophia’s housing management software i.e. Affinity
* Management of the fire drills and sounder testing on all fire
alarm systems
* Ensure prompt and appropriate responses to any maintenance issues
reported.
* Be aware of and adhere to all relevant financial procedures and
regulations and report any discrepancies as required.
* Ensure all periodic checks are carried out and relevant issues are
notified and actioned in line with policies, procedures and daily
tasks.
* Be vigilant to any Health, Safety and Welfare risks in the
workplace and bring any concerns to the attention of your line
manager.
* Assigning and co-ordination of the work of the CE maintenance
staff
* Ensure health and safety compliance with Sophia’s properties
including electricity testing, fire safety, CO2 protection, annual
boiler servicing and Lyme’s disease.
* Ensure data and personal information relating to clients,
residents, staff and other members of the organisation is kept safe
and secure using the correct systems and procedures, is collected for
legitimate purposes and is safely destroyed when appropriate.
* To operate communication systems as required.
* To undergo training as required
* To undertake other tasks that may be assigned from time to time.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
VALUES
* Committed to the ethos and mission of Sophia
* Empathy with Trauma Informed Practice
* Commitment to equality and anti-oppressive practice
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
* * months experience in a similar role
* Knowledge of social and voluntary housing sector and/or associated
experience.
* Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
* Ability to use hand tools and power tools
* Experience of working in a resident focused role.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Demonstrate ability to organise, prioritise and manage a varied
workload and meet deadlines and targets.
* Computer literacy and the proficient use of Microsoft Office and
other software applications.
* Ability to communicate and interact in a professional, diplomatic
and sensitive manner.
* Have the capacity to contribute to and work well in a team.
* Have the ability to use initiative and judgement.
* Have a satisfactory working knowledge of health and safety and
workplace regulations.
* Demonstrate the ability to treat the resident group in a
non-judgemental way.
* Full clean drivers licence and use of a car (essential)
QUALIFICATIONS
* To have reached a standard of education sufficient to enable
him/her to carry out the duties assigned to him/her satisfactorily.
* Knowledge and experience of general maintenance duties
* A certificate/diploma in facilities management or relevant
discipline is an advantage but not essential
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please forward a Cover Letter and CV to **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
The closing date for receipt of applications is FRIDAY, **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**TH NOVEMBER **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
