Facilities Assistant (Property, Maintenance) FORV64028

Our client is a forward-thinking social organisation that positively impacts communities. They're also proud to create opportunities that make things happen - for people, families, homes and communities. They're a busy team with lots to do and can only achieve this if they've got the right resources so look for people and partners with as much enthusiasm and passion as they have for making things happen.

Joining our client as a Facilities Assistant, you will work within the Facilities Management team to provide comfortable and suitable offices and associated services for all Group staff, customers and visitors.

Ensuring that the Welcome Lobby is at the required standard at all times, you will carry out minor maintenance work to the office areas and report repairs required to the interior or exterior of the building; taking pride in the office environment by promoting high standards to colleagues and keeping all areas clean, tidy and professionally presented. 

Servicing and organising meeting rooms, you must inform the Facilities Team Leader of any potential hazards and safety breaches within the office accommodation and assist with Health & Safety audits, risk assessments and fire marshals in fire alarm drills and evacuations; acting as a qualified First Aider following appropriate training.

With a good understanding of Facilities Management/Property Management/Maintenance, you must be capable of safe lifting and handling techniques in order to transport materials and / or equipment and have a background in handyperson type jobs, minor maintenance. 

A clean driving licence is essential and you must be flexible in your working hours and be prepared to travel to the Group offices across the North West when required.

As well as a competitive salary and a generous holiday entitlement, they offer a range of benefits for a rewarding career including a health cash plan, pension scheme, child care vouchers and staff discount club membership. They’ll also make sure you get the training and benefits you deserve.

Our client is currently under represented by Ethnic Minorities, LGBT Groups and people with a Disability and would particularly welcome applications from these groups, however any appointment would be made on merit.

Closing date for applications: 28^th May 2018

This is a Blue Octopus Recruitment Ltd vacancy who are operating as an employment agency. Once you have clicked to apply for this vacancy, we will then send you more information on the role including a copy of the application form via email.