Facilities Assistant

Facilities Assistant
Wigston
18 month fixed term contract
Up to £13.74 per hour
Full Time - Monday to Friday, including hybrid working

Benefits of the Facilities Assistant role: 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension scheme, free on-site parking, hybrid working, private health care, employee assistance.

Are you practical, hands-on and someone who takes pride in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? We are supporting a well-established Wigston based business in their search for a reliable Facilities Assistant to join their team.

This Facilities Assistant role is varied and active, ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of practical tasks, problem solving and making sure the workplace is safe, tidy and fully operational day to day.

As a Facilities Assistant, you will support the upkeep of the building and site, carrying out general maintenance tasks, assisting with basic repairs and ensuring communal areas are clean, safe and well maintained. You will also help with setting up meeting rooms, moving equipment and responding to day-to-day facilities requests from across the business.

Key responsibilities of the Facilities Assistant role:
• Carrying out general site maintenance and basic repair tasks
• Ensuring internal and external areas are clean, safe and presentable
• Supporting with setting up rooms, furniture and equipment as needed
• Assisting with planned maintenance checks and contractor support
• Monitoring supplies and reporting any maintenance issues
• Following health and safety procedures at all times
• Supporting the wider team with ad hoc facilities tasks

The ideal Facilities Assistant candidate will have:
• A practical, hands-on approach to work
• Previous experience in a facilities, maintenance or similar environment (desirable but not essential)
• Good attention to detail and a proactive attitude
• Basic understanding of health and safety in the workplace
• Strong communication skills and a team-focused mindset
• A willingness to get stuck in and support wherever needed

If you are looking for a Facilities Assistant role where no two days are the same and you can be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team, we would like to hear from you. Please apply today to find out more!