Building Manager

Rottingdean Whiteway Centre is a community centre providing a range of educational and leisure courses, talks and activities. The charity was established in 1974 and is run by a Management Committee of volunteers. Courses are led by paid tutors.

The role of the Building Manager is to liaise with the centre’s Bursar, and other committee members, to arrange any repairs, maintenance or improvements to our building, usually carried out by a range of subcontractors. The role is a member of the committee. 

Ensure the building and its services comply with the appropriate legislation.

This involves, on average, one visit to the centre each week.

In addition, throughout the year there are ten monthly Management Committee meetings where volunteers meet and share information about their respective activities.

Skills

A background in the building industry and a willingness to be a team player working with the other committee members to ensure the Centre fulfils its goal of being a key asset to the local community.

Benefits

• Structured induction into the role and charity.
• Reward of ensuring the centre meets its purpose, runs smoothly and contributes to the life of Rottingdean village and surrounds.
• Support from other members of the management committee, and the pleasure of feeling part of the team

Practical Considerations

The Whiteway Centre is off the Green in Rottingdean and is on the number 2 bus route and five minutes walk from the 12, 14 and 12 and 27 bus routes.

There is car parking.

The Committee meetings are held at the centre in the evenings.

Supporting individuals with additional support needs and/or disabilities

We offer volunteering opportunities for disabled people

When do I need to be available?

Details	The hours you offer can be variable and some can be from volunteering from home depending on what maintenance work is taking place by our contractors. On average one visit to the Centre each week, but often no visits are required at quite times. Also attending monthly evening Management Committee meetings.

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Where does this role take place?

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