Kieran Kentish has been appointed as facilities manager in the Department of Education and began working in the role on 2 January.
His responsibilities include development of maintenance plans, construction planning, procurement, and capital expenditure matters.
A certificated graduate teacher, Kentish completed a BSc in Major Construction Management with Brown University in 2010.
He started working with the Department of Education in 2013, teaching building technology at Albena Lake Hodge Comprehensive School (ALHCS).
In 2016, he made the transition to maintenance coordinator, responsible for the day-to-day direction of work required to maintain all schools and education department buildings and offices.
This post is now being advertised.
In an education department press release on 9 January, Kentish said the job was a demanding one and sometimes required crisis management despite the best-laid plans.
“The physical environment is a critical factor for successful teaching and learning and contributes to a positive work environment.
“So even if it can be stressful, I find my work rewarding and I look forward to the new role.”
