Facilities Assistant. Job in Yorkshire Education & Training Jobs

Eden Brown Synergy; Redcar; On-site; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Facilities Assistant
Location: West Yorkshire
Type: Temporary - Full-time
Rate: 12.75 - 13.75 per hour

Eden Brown are seeking an enthusiastic Facilities Assistant for a Further Education College in West Yorkshire.

The successful candidate will contribute to the smooth running of the College by delivering a wide range of services to support students, staff, visitors, and contractors. From ensuring our facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained, to assisting with room setups, security checks, and basic maintenance tasks - you'll be an essential part of creating a safe and comfortable environment for everyone who uses our spaces.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support the day-to-day running of College premises, including classrooms, workshops, offices, and communal areas
2. Carry out routine maintenance, porterage duties, and room setups for events and teaching
3. Conduct regular health and safety checks, including fire alarm testing and building security
4. Assist with waste management and recycling processes across the site
5. Respond promptly to any urgent requests from staff or the Estates Helpdesk
6. Liaise professionally with external contractors and service providers

Requirements:

1. Demonstrable experience in a Facilities or other similar operational role with evidence of high performance in previous roles being required
2. Experience of providing customer focused services
3. Knowledge of the services provided and expected of a modern facilities management team
4. Experience of working from written procedures and guidelines, including risk assessments and method statements
5. Experience of using small electrical and hand tools and making minor repairs
6. Experience of identifying and diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues
7. Experience of performing minor building repairs and works, for example fixing/installing locks and door handles, changing light bulbs, unblocking toilets, sinks and drains, minor decoration, fixing blinds and coordinating any required emergency repairs

Candidates must also have a current DBS.

If this could be of interest to you please contact Callum Boyle on (phone number removed).