Facilities Assistant

Bywaters East Hampshire, England, United Kingdom

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Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where every day is different? Would you like to be an essential part of our facility's smooth operation? We are currently looking for a Facilities Assistant to join our busy team in Lea Riverside.

As a Facilities Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the day-to-day operations and maintenance of our organisation's facilities. With the guidance of your Manager, you'll manage various contractors and maintenance tasks to ensure everything runs smoothly. Your responsibilities will include overseeing contractor coordination, ensuring all necessary safety documentation is in place, managing communication with our cleaning staff and maintenance service providers, and performing minor electrical and plumbing tasks. You will also participate in regular facility inspections, assist in ordering maintenance supplies, and respond to facility-related inquiries.

Hours of Work : 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing and coordinating contractors on site, ensuring all necessary documentation such as Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMs) are obtained before work commences.
• Help ensure that inductions for contractors and staff are up to date.
• Support the management of the building maintenance company, ensuring that all subcontractor questionnaires, insurances, and related documents are current.
• Interact daily with cleaning staff and other maintenance service providers like HVAC, PAT testers, and drainage specialists.
• Assist in ordering maintenance materials as required.
• Manage daily email communications and respond to facility-related inquiries.
• Assist in estimating maintenance tasks and managing the Building Management System (BMS) across sites.
• Perform minor electrical and plumbing tasks as needed.
• Participate in routine facility walk-arounds to identify any issues or necessary maintenance.
• Assist with general maintenance tasks such as gardening, line marking, and basic building upkeep.

Skills And Qualifications Required

Facilities Assistant Benefits

Meet the Organisation : Who We Are and What We Do

At Bywaters, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every voice. We pride ourselves on our operational excellence and are dedicated to ensuring our facilities are maintained at the highest standards. By joining our team, you will contribute to this mission while developing your skills and career in facilities management.

If you think you are suitable for this Facilities Assistant role, please apply now and seize the opportunity to be an integral part of our thriving team!

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Facilities Services

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