At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle day-to-day maintenance and cleaning at community buildings.
- Company: Join a trusted employer dedicated to community care.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, paid leave, and a great pension scheme.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications required, just a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 27257 - 29850 £ per year.
Salary: £27,257 - £29,850
Hours: 20 per week, 52 weeks
Working pattern: Monday to Thursday 5pm–9pm, Friday 1pm–5pm
Benefits
- Trusted employer
- Security offered by permanent positions
- Flexible hours to suit (morning, evening or daytime) from 10 to 36 hours
- Sessional hours (school term only) available on some posts
- Paid annual leave (where applicable)
- Excellent pension scheme
- Opportunities to progress to supervisory level
- Employee benefits and colleague discount scheme
- Community connection – looking after your community’s essential buildings used by your family, friends and neighbours.
Responsibilities
- You will undertake day-to-day FM, janitorial and DIY operations across one or more buildings, ranging from small repairs and general maintenance to reactive cleaning, supporting moves and conducting basic security functions.
- Equipment and furniture and fitting maintenance
- Building maintenance and services
- Security of premises and grounds
- Grounds maintenance
- Cleaning / Tidying
Requirements
- This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
- Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. The candidate must provide this check.
- An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
Equality and Diversity
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care‑experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Salary
Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working.
Facilities Technician - Craigentinny Community Centre employer: The City of Edinburgh Council
As a Facilities Technician at Craigentinny Community Centre, you will join a trusted employer that values community connection and offers a supportive work culture. With flexible working hours, excellent pension schemes, and opportunities for career progression, this role not only allows you to contribute to the upkeep of essential community buildings but also fosters personal and professional growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Contact Details:
The City of Edinburgh Council Recruitment Team
