Deputy Caretaker (1x full-time post and 1x part-time post)

Monday to Friday
Time
37 hours / 22 hours
Closing Date
Contract type
Full-time
Part-time
Permanent
Job Share
Location
Fire Service Headquarters, Birkenshaw BD11 2DY
Salary
£27,269 to £28,163 per annum (£16,214 to 16,745 pro rata per annum)
Description

Are you a hands-on individual who thrives in a dynamic and vibrant team environment? Do you want to be part of a team dedicated to making West Yorkshire safe? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

As a Deputy Caretaker, you will ensure the smooth operation of our facilities by managing maintenance contractors, completing small repairs, and handling minor works. Your responsibilities will also include conducting fire alarm tests, emergency lighting checks, and other compliance requirements.

You should have experience in Building Services, repairs, or Facilities Management in a multi-site environment. You need to be able to conduct fire alarm tests, emergency lighting checks, and other compliance tasks. Knowledge of Property Asset Management Systems and electronic applications is also required.

The post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check and the possession of current valid driving licence.

Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting over 950 firefighters who work round the clock to help people and save lives.

We are a caring organisation, promote an environment of inclusivity and learning and welcome people from all walks of life - just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.

We offer an excellent package, including Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking, an employee assistance programme, training and development, sports and social clubs with free use of gym. Job share applicants welcome.

Please contact Simon McCartney, Facilities Manager for further information via e-mail at simon.mccartney@westyorksfire.gov.uk. Please leave a contact telephone number if you prefer a discussion.

For further details of this and all our vacancies and to apply online please visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers. Closing date for all applications is Sunday 2 March 2025.            

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity & neurodiversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially & ethnically diverse applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia.

WYFRS is a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer and have been rated ‘good’ by HMICFRS in all areas of our service.

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All correspondence will usually be sent to your email account registered with the online recruitment system rather than by letter. Please check your email account regularly.

If after reading all of this information, you are interested in applying, please read the documents listed above for more details and click on 'Apply' for the application form.

Please note we do not accept CVs. If you are viewing this vacancy on ‘jobsindeed’ or other external platform, the only way to apply for this vacancy is to visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers/ and complete the application form via our online Access vacancy system.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia.

WYFRS is a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer and have been rated ‘good’ by HMICFRS in all areas of our service.