Works Officer in London

Flexible working: this role is permanent, full-time, from Monday to Friday. Fixed hours are 08:00 with a 16:00 finish on Fridays. You’ll also have the option to take on weekend overtime which is paid at double time. You’ll need to be on-site during working hours, which means home working is not available.

About us: We're MI6, also known as the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS). Our mission is to protect the security and economic wellbeing of the UK from overseas threats such as regional instability, terrorism, and cyber-attacks. Working across the globe and in close partnership with MI5 and GCHQ, we help the Government to counter these threats through the provision of secret intelligence.

The role: We’re seeking a reliable and proactive Facilities Officer to support the day-to-day operations of our facilities team. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming environment across our offices. This hands-on position involves a mix of practical maintenance, office support, and driving duties.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Office moves and setup: Assembling, relocating, and dismantling office furniture and equipment as required for departmental moves, refurbishments, or events.
• General maintenance: Carrying out minor repairs, including basic carpet laying, decorating, and internal painting of offices to maintain a high standard of presentation.
• Lock and key management: Changing, repairing, and servicing locks.
• Driving duties: Driving company vehicles within central London to collect and deliver items, tools, and materials, ensuring timely and safe transport.
• Health and safety: Supporting compliance with health and safety policies; reporting hazards, faults, and incidents promptly.
• Stock and supplies: Maintaining an inventory of tools, maintenance supplies, and consumables, requesting replenishment as needed.
• Facilities support: Escorting contractors on-site, and completing general office waste clearance and light cleaning duties.
• Other duties: Providing general assistance to the wider facilities teams and broader organisation as required.

About you: You’ll have practical skills in furniture assembly, decorating and basic maintenance, along with an understanding of the importance of health and safety in the workplace. Since you’ll be driving as part of your role, you’ll also need a full, clean, manual UK driving licence and you’ll feel comfortable driving in central London. You’ll work in an organised way, both independently and as part of a team, and you’ll bring a proactive, flexible attitude when managing changing priorities. Your communication skills will help you work closely with colleagues within your team and in the wider organisation. You’ll also have basic computer skills which will allow you to maintain an accurate inventory of tools, supplies and consumables. You might have worked in facilities, maintenance or building services, or have experience working in a trade, locksmithing or driving for work. However, if you don’t have a background in facilities work, don’t let this stop you from applying. If you’re willing to learn and have basic practical skills and knowledge, we’ll train you in all you need to know.

Training and development: When you start, you’ll get an organisation induction and a buddy to help you settle in. We’re proud to offer an inclusive and supportive working environment, and as an organisation that values and nurtures our colleagues, both professionally and personally, we’re dedicated to helping you fulfil your potential. There’s progression available within the team and within the wider organisation, if this interests you. We’ll help you set goals and targets and give you all the support you need to reach them. Plus, we offer internal training to help you grow your skills.

Rewards and benefits: You’ll receive a starting salary of £38,244 plus other benefits including:

• 25 days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays.
• Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme.
• An interest-free season ticket loan.
• An excellent pension scheme.
• A cycle to work scheme.
• Facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on-site coffee bars (at some locations).
• Paid parental and adoption leave.