Handy Person

We’re looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated person to join our team as our handyperson.
The ideal person must be able to work under minimum supervision and demonstrate loads of initiative.

The role includes general building ‘do-it-yourself’ and maintenance including basic carpentry, plumbing, replacement of tiling and flooring and painting and decorating. The role also requires you to carry out general garden maintenance work involved in all aspects of maintaining a well-cared for garden area.

Position Description
Title: Handyperson
Status: Ongoing
Salary Range:
Reports to: Finance and Administration
Functional Relationships: Colleagues in Finance and Administration, and all other departments.
Qualifications: Experience cleaning and maintaining repairs and maintenance and or
commercial buildings. Checkable work history.
Department / Unit: Finance and Administration
Location: Port Vila

VBTC mission
The Vanuatu Broadcasting & Television Corporation (VBTC) is Vanuatu’s only public service broadcaster. Its
mission is to deliver content that informs, educates and entertains all Ni Vanuatu citizens through radio,
television and online services. VBTC aims to reach and respond to citizens through the provision of public interest
media and discussion, and through this, meet its obligation to reinforce the Vanuatu identity.
The overall role of VBTC staff is to work together with respect and integrity to deliver content and services. Every
employee has a responsibility to contribute to the vibrancy, diversity, inclusiveness and health of VBTCs work
culture through their expertise, capabilities and responsiveness to daily tasks.

Job Purpose/summary:
Reporting to the Finance and Administration Officer, the Handyperson is responsible for cleaning, repairs and
maintenance of all VBTC properties and compound, meeting appropriate sanitation and health standards as set
by VBTC policies and other relevant local laws. This critical role contributes to the overall maintenance, care and
health and wellbeing of VBTC staff and visitors through the maintenance of a clean, healthy and safe working
environment.

1. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
   Cleaning and maintenance: • Dust and polish furniture and fixtures

• Clean and sanitise toilets, bathroom, countertops and all wet areas
  at Broadcast House
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen areas
• Wash windows and other glass surfaces, including mirrors
  throughout Broadcast House, including studios and edit booths
• Vacuum and clean any carpets and rugs
• Sweep/vacuum, polish and mop hard floors
• Use any cleaning equipment such as vacuums, mops and other
  tools
• Keep toilets and wash areas stocked with toiletries and other
  supplies
• Stock staff kitchens with appropriate supplies and utensils
• Empty any rubbish bins and dispose or arrange the disposal of
  waste items
• Wash and maintain any blinds
• Tidy rooms as required
  Reporting • Monitor cleaning supplies and requisition replacement stock as
  required
• Report any necessary repairs and or replacement to cleaning
  equipment

1. Competencies
   Business operations – Knowledge of and experience in cleaning and sanitizing rooms to varying levels to meet
   requirements, willingness to learn new cleaning methods and how to use equipment to undertake cleaning.
   functions. Ability to adapt to different situations and change work processes to accommodate the needs of the
   VBTC.
   Personal drive and integrity – reliability; listening skills to make sure cleanliness and sanitations needs of the
   VBTC are achieved and maintained at an acceptable standard; demonstrate professionalism, impartiality &
   honesty; committed to VBTC values and objectives; displays resilience and integrity.
2. Performance Indicators / Goals
   Housekeeping,
   maintenance, health and
   safety:

• Cleaning undertaken on a daily basis, meeting acceptable standards.
• Cleaning supplies and equipment maintained and serviceable.
• Evidence of support to staff at Broadcast House
• Feedback from colleagues on interactions relating to
  professionalism and housekeeping related matters.

Please address your applications to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Vanuatu Broadcasting & Television Corporation
Email: teamvbtc@vbtc.vu

Please include the following in your email application:

• Your biodata relevant to the position.
• The name, position and phone/email details of three (3) referees – two of which must be people who can tell us about your character and experience as a handyperson.

Applications close at 4:30pm on Friday 1 December 2023. Any applications received after this deadline will NOT be considered. For further information or clarifications please call Lilon on 22999 or email Ibongmatur@vbtc.vu.