Job Advert: Facilities Maintenance Assistant

Description

The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands invites applications for the following post:

Facilities Maintenance Assistant
SALARY GRADE P: CI $36,528 to CI $46,740 p.a.

We are seeking a dynamic Facilities Maintenance Assistant to join our Facilities team. The Facilities Maintenance Assistant (FMA) is responsible for minor construction, general repairs and maintenance to facilities owned or operated by the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands (PACI). The incumbent must be safety orientated and focused, complying with regulations and policies of PACI and other regulatory bodies. In addition, the Facilities Maintenance Assistant may, in the absence of the Facilities Supervisor, be required to assist with administrative duties in relation to purchases, vendor payment administration, usage and work order reports and filing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the Facilities Manager with inspection of buildings and other structures to determine functional systems, detect malfunctions, make notes, and suggest recommendations for repair requirements;
• Perform construction of small to medium structures from Architectural Drawings or other drawings provided;
• Performs minor electrical maintenance to include, but not limited to, replacement or repair, using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools;
• Performs plumbing maintenance;
• Performs painting, carpentry and masonry;
• Reconfigures, installs, positions, and remounts modular offices to accommodate user needs and maximize office space using various hand, power and specialty tools, dollies and hand trucks;
• Prepares the surfaces, and paints various structures to preserve wood and metal parts from corrosion and maintains a safe, comfortable working environment using various painting equipment and related tools;
• Able to operate heavy duty equipment and machinery owned by PACI or rented from providers to complete in-house works;
• Knowledge of engines and motors;
• Prepares usage and work order reports;
• Handles payment administration, including collecting invoices, ensuring all Purchase Orders are signed off and passed on to the Accounts Payable department with the required information and invoices in a timely manner, so that vendors are paid promptly;
• Ensures compliance to all policies, procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), with recommendations for action and continuous improvement;
• Strives to achieve consistently high levels of productivity and customer service, meeting the performance targets that will be set and reviewed;
• Assists in pre/post potential natural disaster activities;
• The incumbent may be required to perform other duties as directed by the Port Director, Facilities Manager or Designate;
• Undertakes any reasonable training that is required to perform as business needs change, including training for current or new duties as well as the periodic reassessment of existing certifications;
• Communicates progress, delays or problems (actual or anticipated) to Facilities Supervisor/Facilities Manager;
• Reports all safety concerns, hazards and incidents with a view to resolve;
• Participates in and attends cross functional meetings as required;
• Seeks clarification on any unclear communication received to confirm the intended message meaning.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• High School graduate or equivalent with passes in English and Mathematics.
• Preferred understanding of electrical, plumbing, masonry, carpentry and general maintenance.
• Valid certificate from an approved forklift certification course would be an asset.
• Valid commercial drivers’ license.
• Must meet all internal and local regulatory requirements to operate equipment used within six (6) months of employment.

A copy of the full Job Description can be found on the Port Authority website.
A copy of the full Job Description can be found HERE  and application forms are available  HERE .

To apply: Please email a completed Port Authority Application Form,  along with your resume to jobs@caymanport.com. Applications may also be hand delivered to our Administration Building at 110 Portland Road, George Town. All applications are handled in a confidential manner and in accordance with the Cayman Islands Data Protection Laws and PACI’s Confidentiality policies.

Closing date: 04 April 2025