At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct inspections and ensure public buildings are safe and compliant.
- Company: Join a respected public sector organisation with a commitment to diversity.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, on-site parking, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs or equivalent, plus experience in building maintenance or facilities.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Looking for a hands-on facilities role where no two days are the same? This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected public sector organisation, helping to ensure a diverse portfolio of public buildings remains safe, compliant and fully operational. MCS Group are proud to be partnering with a leading public sector organisation in their search for a Monitoring Officer to join their Facilities team. This role is ideal for someone with experience in building maintenance or facilities management who enjoys a varied role combining inspections, compliance, maintenance and stakeholder engagement.
The Role:
- Carrying out routine building inspections and statutory compliance checks across multiple sites
- Testing and recording emergency lighting, fire alarms, intruder alarms, fire safety equipment, emergency exits and water hygiene systems
- Maintaining accurate maintenance records, certificates and building logbooks using electronic systems
- Completing minor maintenance tasks identified during inspections
- Recording utility meter readings and monitoring building services
- Checking and resetting heating, ventilation, alarm and access control systems
- Coordinating access for contractors and monitoring works completed on site
- Supporting health and safety compliance through risk assessments and safe working practices
- Providing guidance to building users on fire procedures, alarms and access control systems
- Assisting with planned preventative maintenance programmes and condition surveys
- Liaising with contractors, colleagues and emergency services where required
- Travelling between sites across the borough as part of the role
The Person
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills and experience:
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs (including Maths and English) or equivalent, plus experience in a building maintenance or facilities environment OR Experience in a building maintenance or facilities environment
- Experience carrying out building inspections and compliance monitoring
- Experience maintaining accurate maintenance and compliance records
- Experience testing at least three of the following: Emergency lighting, Fire alarm systems, Intruder alarms, Fire-fighting equipment, Legionella/domestic hot water systems, Emergency door operation
- Experience working with a range of internal and external stakeholders
- Good IT skills with experience using electronic record management systems
- Full UK driving licence (or access to suitable transport to fulfil the duties of the role)
If you're an experienced facilities or building maintenance professional looking for a varied role within a respected public sector organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Monitoring Officer in Ballymena employer: Honeycomb Jobs Limited
Joining this leading public sector agency in Belfast offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful employment relations while enjoying a supportive work culture that values professional growth. Employees benefit from a collaborative environment, comprehensive training, and the chance to make a real impact in promoting positive workplace relationships. With a commitment to equality and inclusivity, this organisation ensures that all staff feel valued and empowered in their roles.
