Facilities Assistant

Location: Melbourn

Job Title:

Facilities Assistant

Location:

UK-based site

Employment Type:

Full-time

Overview

A Facilities Assistant is required to support the day-to-day operation of a busy innovation and office environment. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, secure, compliant, and high-quality workplace for employees, contractors, and visitors. This is a hands-on position within a Facilities team and requires flexibility to meet operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

* Support the Facilities team in maintaining a clean, tidy, safe, and well-run building

* Assist with the delivery of facilities services, on-site maintenance, and general building support

* Carry out basic in-house maintenance tasks and minor DIY repairs

* Receive, log, and distribute deliveries to relevant internal stakeholders

* Support and monitor contractors during on-site works

* Ensure work areas remain compliant with health and safety requirements at all times

* Assist with internal office moves and workspace reconfigurations

* Provide guidance to staff on workstation and desk setup, training provided

* Carry out porter duties including meeting room and communal space setup and reinstatement

* Complete routine daily, weekly, and monthly safety and housekeeping checks and record findings

* Support health and safety compliance and adherence to internal procedures and standards

* Be flexible with working hours and provide out-of-hours support for facilities issues when required

* Assist with ad hoc tasks as required to support business operations

Skills and Experience

* Previous experience in a facilities, maintenance, or similar support role

* Basic understanding of health and safety requirements

* Practical understanding of building maintenance and minor repair work

* Good written and verbal communication skills

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

* Practical skills such as electrical, plumbing, or carpentry are beneficial but not essential

* Forklift licence advantageous but not essential, training can be provided

Additional Requirements

* Role may require background checks and eligibility for UK security clearance

* Applicants must meet UK residency requirements to be considered

Working Environment

* Flexible working hours depending on operational needs

* Supportive, inclusive workplace focused on safety, wellbeing, and collaboration

If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Keelan ASAP or apply via this advert!

** Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. *
* We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions