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Business Service Placement - Facilities

Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP

City of Edinburgh

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GBP 20,000 - 30,000

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated placement student to join their facilities team for a 12-week paid opportunity. This role offers a chance to develop skills in facilities management while working under the guidance of experienced professionals. Responsibilities include assisting with meeting room setups, managing office supplies, and ensuring a tidy work environment. The company values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you are eager to learn and contribute to a supportive team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

  • Keen interest in facilities management and operations.
  • Ability to assist with various office tasks and duties.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with meeting room setups and IT equipment management.
  • Support the Facilities Team with daily operations and tasks.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Relevant Coursework in Facilities Management

Tools

IT Equipment

Office Supplies

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a placement student to join our facilities team for a 12 week period. The successful candidate will have a keen interest in developing their knowledge in this area. This is a paid opportunity.

Working under the direct supervision of the Facilities Team Leader/ Service Team Co-ordinator, the Facilities Assistant will assist in the efficient operation of the day-to-day facilities duties which may include, but is not limited to, the following:

  1. Assisting with the everyday facilities and operations within the office, concentrating on Meeting Room Set ups and ensuring all IT equipment in rooms is securely positioned.
  2. Working with the Facilities Team Manager for any additional requirements.
  3. Also working alongside Print/Mailroom, replenishing stocks within the Printbays and any other necessary works.

The role

The job description is not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties from time to time to assist with the smooth running of the Edinburgh management services team. Key tasks/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Assisting with the set-up of Conference Rooms
  • Storage, replenishment and distribution of supplies, furniture repair and replacement, key and lock repair and replacement, and repair and replacement of all non-Information Technology equipment and appliances (i.e. printers, coffee machines, vending machines, refrigerators, microwaves, dishwashers, water coolers etc.)
  • Print Room Duties
  • Floor Walker to ensure that all Printbays are kept tidy and well stocked- and ensure general office areas are tidy.
  • Assist within the Print/Mailroom duties when available
  • Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by Line Manager

Other information

HR Contact: If you would like further information on the role or require accommodations to make your application please contact Jaimee-leigh McAulay at Jaimee-leigh.Mcaulay@shepwedd.com or call 07843452434.

At Shepherd and Wedderburn we strive to provide a supportive, inclusive and high performance working environment, where everyone feels they belong. Diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our business and we therefore welcome applicants from different backgrounds to all levels of the organisation. To foster inclusivity we particularly encourage applications from those who may be from underrepresented groups, including candidates from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBT+ people, people with disabilities or who are neurodivergent and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

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