Building Assistant

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Building Assistant – 40 Hours per week – Located at DVSA, Bishopbriggs, Driving Test Centre.

At Mitie, we look for a Building Assistant who supports the smooth and safe operation of the office environment by assisting with facilities coordination, room set‑ups, security checks, contractor access and compliance logging.

• Conduct routine visual checks of office areas and report building issues to the Facilities Manager or contractors, ensuring all spaces remain presentable and functional.
• Support meeting room set‑ups, office moves, furniture rearrangement, and workspace reconfiguration, along with assisting staff, visitors, and internal events.
• Carry out health and safety duties including weekly fire alarm testing, ensuring escape routes are clear, placing safety signage, and reporting hazards.
• Assist with security and access management including unlocking/locking procedures, visitor access control, and escorting contractors in secure areas.
• Manage logistics and compliance support including deliveries, stock monitoring, updating logbooks, meter readings, and supporting maintenance activities.

• Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to work proactively and independently.
• Awareness of health and safety principles (Fire Warden or First Aid training desirable).
• Experience in facilities, building operations, or office support roles is desirable.
• Good customer service skills with a professional and courteous approach.
• Physically capable of moving and setting up furniture and equipment.

• Opportunity to work in a professional office environment supporting facilities and operations.
• Part of a team that prioritises safety, service, and operational excellence.
• Development opportunities within facilities and building management services.
• Access to a range of benefits including a virtual GP, salary finance, flexible holiday, insurance options, high street discounts, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, pension contributions, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan.
• Recognition through Mitie Stars with monthly and annual cash prizes, including a top prize of £10,000.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition and need us to make any reasonable adjustments, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing Ashish Gautam at