Facitilities Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Assistant to join our client in Coventry on a temp to perm basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and hands-on individual with experience in a facilities assistant role, looking to contribute to the smooth running of up to 5 sites, ensuring they are well-maintained and operational.

Key Details:

• Location: Coventry
• Hourly Rate: £12.21 per hour
• Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:30 to 16:30, Friday 08:30 to 13:30
• Sites Managed: Up to 5 locations
• Contract Type: Temp to Perm

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the general maintenance and upkeep of all sites, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and functionality.
• Perform routine inspections and checks on building systems, reporting any issues to the Facilities Manager.
• Carry out hands-on tasks such as minor repairs, furniture rearrangement, cleaning, and ensuring facilities are safe and operational.
• Assist with managing supplies and inventory for facilities.
• Coordinate and liaise with contractors and service providers to ensure that maintenance and repairs are completed efficiently.
• Support the team in handling day-to-day facilities-related requests and issues.
• Ensure all sites are compliant with health and safety regulations.

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in a facilities assistant role or similar is essential.
• Hands-on approach with the ability to perform practical maintenance and repairs.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A proactive and reliable approach to work.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with colleagues and external contractors.
• A valid driving licence is preferable, as travel between sites is required.

Additional Perks:

• Overtime: Paid at 1.5x your hourly rate for any additional hours worked.
• Car Park Pass: Enjoy the convenience of a car park pass for the town centre, ensuring easy access to your workplace.
• Company Van: Access to a company van for travel between sites.
• Annual Leave: 22 days plus bank holidays, with an additional day added for every 2 years of service.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in facilities management and a hands-on approach, looking to take the next step in their career. If you\’re eager to contribute to the smooth running of multiple sites and enjoy variety in your day-to-day responsibilities, we would love to hear from you!