Facilities Assistant

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Location: Barry / South Wales (on-site)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client, a large UK-based organisation operating within a highly regulated engineering environment, is seeking a Facilities Assistant to join their Facilities team at a purpose-built aircraft maintenance site.

This is a varied, hands‑on role offering exposure to facilities management, health & safety, contract oversight, and operational support. It is well suited to an individual looking to develop a long‑term career in facilities management within a safety‑critical engineering setting.

• Support the Facilities Manager with day‑to‑day facilities management and service partner activities.
• Assist with health, safety, and environmental compliance across the site.
• Liaise with internal managers to deliver ad‑hoc facilities services that meet operational needs.
• Respond to emergency situations or urgent facilities‑related issues as required.
• Support contract management activities, including security, catering, and building maintenance providers.
• Oversee waste management processes, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and corporate objectives.
• Collate, analyse, and report facilities management data to support business strategy and performance measures.
• Contribute to cost control initiatives by identifying opportunities to reduce operating costs using best practice.
• Support facilities‑related projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Produce practical reports and maintain databases using Microsoft Office tools.
• Work collaboratively with internal departments and external service partners to ensure high service standards.

• IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management (or equivalent).
• IOSH Working Safely certification (or equivalent).

• Experience supporting facilities management activities in a complex or regulated environment.
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Experience overseeing waste management and environmental compliance.
• Project management experience, with the ability to deliver work on time and within budget.

• Ability to collate and analyse facilities management data to support strategic goals.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to liaise effectively with managers, service partners, and stakeholders.
• Strong teamwork skills and a proactive, service‑oriented approach.

• Competitive salary package
• Pension scheme with enhanced contribution options
• Travel‑related benefits
• Discounts on leisure, travel, and retail services
• Free on‑site parking
• Access to health, wellbeing, and fitness facilities
• Structured development opportunities to progress within facilities management

Candidates are invited to apply by submitting a CV via an online application process.

Our client is committed to building an inclusive and welcoming workplace and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Recruitment decisions are based on skills, experience, and potential, with reasonable adjustments available throughout the process.