Facilities Officer and School Bus Driver
Infos sur l'emploi
- Date de publication :02 octobre 2024
- Taux d'activité :100%
- Type de contrat :Durée indéterminée
- Lieu de travail :route de Malagny 36, 1294 Genthod
Thank you for your interest in Geneva English School. We are passionate about quality and want all of our staff to strive for excellence in what they do; it is what our students and families expect and deserve.
As the school’s Facilities Officer and Bus Driver, you will contribute to our effective operation and environment by ensuring that the school and its services are maintained to a high standard.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
You will report to the Director of Operations.
AS FACILITIES OFFICER, YOU WILL:
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Oversee and maintain school facilities, grounds and fleet vehicles, including access permits, keys and alarms, servicing, cleaning, maintenance and identify minor works to be done;
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Maintain green spaces: mow lawn, care for trees and gardens;
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Undertake and/or organise scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair requests, assigning and prioritising tasks and arranging for external contractors as required;
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Conduct and/or organise safety and security inspections across the sites;
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Oversee the school’s routine works budget, including purchases for stock items and repairing of existing equipment;
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Be responsible for the use and storage of the school’s resources;
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Research, source and recommend new equipment purchases and specialist suppliers for the school;
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Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment servicing, and repairs. Adhere to site safety regulations and protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for members of the school community and visitors;
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Manage car traffic at pick-up and drop-off at Primary school campus;
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Liaise with school teachers and administrators, as appropriate regarding organisation and execution of school events and activities;
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Prepare classrooms for examinations and prepare activity/assembly halls, including moving/arranging furniture and seating; removing and relocating furniture from room to room;
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Undertake other duties consistent with the responsibilities of the position, as requested by the Director of Operations or a nominated delegate.
AS SCHOOL BUS DRIVER, YOU WILL:
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Transport students to and from school and other sites within designated route(s) in accordance with the set schedules, ensuring the safety of passengers while in a school vehicle;
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Transport students and teacher on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed;
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Maintain order and proper discipline of student passengers;
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Conduct safety and operational inspections of assigned vehicles;
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Report needed mechanical repairs when necessary;
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Service buses with petrol and oil; check and, when necessary, fill tires and charge batteries;
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Maintain cleanliness of vehicles to ensure safe operating condition;
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Complete periodic kilometrage and other reports, including passenger counts;
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Maintain knowledge of basic first aid practices and road safety.
SKILLS SOUGHT:
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Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties
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Bus driving license (D or D1) and clean driving record
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Mechanical abilities: experience in building maintenance and repair, groundskeeping, painting all beneficial
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Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationship with those contacted in the performance of required duties
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Ability to communicate clearly in English and French
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Knowledge of basic first aid
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Organisational and time-management skills
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Positive attitude and resourcefulness
THE POSITION OFFERS:
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Competitive salary and benefits
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5 weeks holiday per annum
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Supportive and welcoming environment
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Wonderful students and parent community
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Free parking
SAFER RECRUITMENT:
GES is committed to equalities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from suitable candidates no matter their gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, enhanced national/international criminal records checks and prohibition from teaching checks.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please send a cover letter and your CV.
Deadline for applications: Friday 11 October 2024
Contact
Geneva English School