Post of Building and Facilities Officer - Vacancies
Published on: 28 Aug 2024
Closure Date: 11-Sep-2024 12:00 PM
POST OF BUILDING AND FACILITIES OFFICER
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, PARLIAMENT OF MALTA
External Call No. HR 4/24 dated 28/08/2024
Jobsplus Permit No. 812/2024
Words importing the masculine gender include all genders.
1. The Parliamentary Service invites applications from Maltese citizens for the post of Building and Facilities Officer in the House of Representatives, Parliament of Malta.
2. Terms and Conditions
2.1 The selected applicant will be appointed as Building and Facilities Officer with the Parliamentary Service on a full-time basis.
2.2 The position of Building and Facilities Officer is subject to a definite contract period of three (3) years, which contract will become indefinite upon confirmation in the post after a period of three (3) years.
2.3 The position is subject to a probationary period of six (6) months.
2.4 The position carries an annual salary of €28,048 (in 2024), as well as a yearly performance bonus and additional benefits.
2.5 The result published by the Selection Board of the Parliamentary Service shall be valid for a period of one year from the date of publication.
3. Duties
3.1 The Building and Facilities Officer is responsible for ensuring the upkeep, safety, and compliance of the Parliamentary Building. The duties of the successful applicant may include:
a) overseeing planned routine maintenance activities of building systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, drains, electrical, ELV systems) according to set schedules to ensure efficient operation;
b) conducting inspections to identify maintenance and cleaning needs, and ensure timely resolution;
c) identifying any emergency repair and maintenance required and coordinating the necessary works;
d) coordinating with contractors and service providers to carry out the necessary works;
e) ensuring that occupational health and safety standards are being observed throughout the Parliamentary Building;
f) ensuring the integrity of the building and security systems;
g) responding to and resolving maintenance requests from building occupants;
h) maintaining records of inspections, maintenance activities, and compliance reports;
i) assist with the establishing of the budget requirements relating to the maintenance and health and safety activities of the Parliament Building;
j) assisting with the planning and execution of building projects and renovations; and
k) any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Head of Section and/or the Clerk of the House.
4. Eligibility
4.1 By the closing time and date of this call for applications, applicants must be:
i. in possession of relevant qualification at MQF Level 5;
ii. a minimum of two years relevant experience; and
iii. able to communicate well in Maltese and English languages.
4.2 Applicants must produce a Certificate of Conduct issued by the Malta Police no more than one (1) month from the date of this Call for Applications.
4.3 Due consideration will be given to applicants who, in addition to the requisites indicated in paragraph 4.1, have additional relevant work experience, have a good knowledge of parliamentary work, are able to work under pressure, and have the ability to work within a team.
4.4 Applicants must be eligible to take up their due appointment, in terms of paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2 above, not only by the closing time and date of this call for applications but also by the date of appointment.
4.5 Qualifications at a level higher than that specified above will be accepted for eligibility purposes, provided they meet any specified subject requirements. Moreover, candidates who have not yet formally obtained any of the above-mentioned qualifications will still be considered, provided that these qualifications are recorded in the Curriculum Vitae, and evidence is submitted to show the approval for the award of the qualifications in question by the closing time and date of the call for applications.
5. Documentation
5.1 Qualifications and experience claimed must be supported by certificates and/or documents, copies of which should be attached to the application. Scanned copies sent electronically are acceptable.
5.2 Original certificates and/or documents are to be invariably produced for verification at the interview. Applicants should note the requirement, where applicable, to produce MQRIC recognition statements in respect of their qualifications, or other designated authorities.
6. Selection Procedure
6.1 Eligible applicants will be assessed by a Selection Board to determine their suitability for the post. The maximum mark for this selection process is one hundred (100) marks and the pass mark is fifty (50) marks. The selection process may include a practical assessment.
7. Applications
7.1 A filled-in Application Form which can be downloaded from www.parlament.mt/en/vacancies, together with a copy of certificates, and a Curriculum Vitae showing qualifications and experience claimed, are to be addressed to the Clerk of the House, House of Representatives, Parliament of Malta, Freedom Square, Valletta VLT 1010, or submitted electronically to the following e-mail address: [email protected] by not later than noon (12.00 pm) of Wednesday, 11 September 2024.
7.2 Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
8. General provisions
Other general provisions concerning this call for applications, with particular reference to:
- reasonable accommodation for registered persons with disability;
- access to application forms and related details;
- submission of recognition statements in respect of qualifications;
- publication of the result;
- the process for the submission of petitions concerning the result;
- medical examination; and
- retention of documents
may be viewed by accessing the website of the Parliament of Malta at the following address www.parlament.mt/en/vacancies or may be obtained from the HR Section of the Parliamentary Service. These general provisions are to be regarded as an integral part of this call for applications.
28 August 2024