Average Facilities Assistant salary in Uxbridge

Facilities Assistant Hayes £27,000 - £32,000 We are currently recruiting a Facilities Assistant to provide the full range of mail room services to fully meet the requirements of our client and their customers, giving an excellent, customer focused service.   The Facilities Assistant will also assist in general maintenance activities, meeting room set-ups, porterage and security systems as well as covering reception break and absences when required.  General maintenance tasks include replacing light bulbs, hanging a picture frame, changing canvas prints as required.  Any issues or problematic will be escalated to our dedicates engineers. The successful candidate will seek to develop an excellent relationship with, the client and customers based on a consistent and high-quality service delivery. Facilities Assistant Responsibilities Post Room - Accurately sort and distribute all incoming and outgoing internal and external mail, Frank outgoing mail with correct postal value and collect and deliver consignments as per company and client policyStationary - Order, issue stationery as required, and manage stock control and clear rubbish bale and used toner as requiredRespond and act on any building emergency as required and report findingsKeep all internal store area’s clean and tidy and hazard freeEnsure all building entrances are clean, tidy and obstruction freeLiaison with the client representatives and customers as necessary, assisting with the supervision of sub-contractors carrying out maintenance, repairs and project worksProactive reporting of defects to the helpdesk/local FMPro-actively and reactively support AV equipment and escalate major issues where required Facilities Assistant Requirements IT literate, particularly knowledge of Excel and MS Word and Apple systems and softwareExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levelsFlexible approachCourteous and professional at all timesAble to problem solve and deliver under pressure Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people.  Some of what you can expect includes:  25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to Buy/Sell additional daysPension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contributionPersonal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical InsuranceLife Assurance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)Flexible benefits to choose from inc: Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Next Steps:  As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.   We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.  About Us:  We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.  Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.  Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. 

Hourly Rate: Up to £18Location: West LondonJob Type: Full-timeStart Date: ASAPWe are seeking a proactive and skilled Facilities Assistant to join our team. This role is crucial in ensuring that all areas of the College are maintained to be clean, safe, and well-presented. The ideal candidate will support both the Estates and Cleaning staff and play a key role in the smooth operation of the campus facilities.Day-to-day of the role:Support the Estates and Cleaning staff to maintain all areas of the College.Set up rooms and equipment for classes, meetings, or events as required.Prepare setups for college-run examinations following specific regulations.Perform general repairs, basic maintenance, and minor DIY tasks.Monitor stock levels of maintenance supplies and request replacements as needed.Liaise with contractors and service providers when on site.Handle basic plumbing tasks like unblocking toilets and sinks, installing taps, and other fittings.Conduct furniture repairs, moves, and assembly.Address urgent Health & Safety hazards with temporary fixes.Carry a site radio at all times and respond promptly to calls for assistance.Conduct routine inspections of the campus, reporting any Health & Safety hazards and maintenance issues.Supervise maintenance contractors alongside the Estates team.Perform weekly fire alarm tests.Ensure all buildings and rooms are secured after use in accordance with College procedures.Support the College's carbon reduction programme and implement energy-saving initiatives.Required Skills & Qualifications:Experience in facilities maintenance or a similar role.Ability to perform basic plumbing and DIY tasks.Good communication skills to effectively liaise with staff and contractors.Proactive in addressing maintenance issues and Health & Safety hazards.A team player who can also work independently.Desirable: DBS on the update service or issued within the last year.Benefits:Competitive hourly rate of up to £18.Opportunity to work in a dynamic educational environment.Support for personal and professional development.To apply for this Facilities Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

New Buildings and Facilities Assistant Location: Uxbridge Salary: £13.51 PH Duration: ASAP to the end of September 2025 Contract type: Temporary Adecco are currently recruiting for a New Buildings and Facilities Assistant to join a prestigious university based in Uxbridge. Roles and responsibilities To undertake preliminary investigation and repair of defect reports, (e.g. plumbing, electrical, building/carpentry, general repairs), or making safe and reporting clear information to the relevant supervisor, or University Estates Department for further action via verbal or electronic means on a daily basis.To carry out basic electrical tasks to include replacing light bulbs, fluorescent tubes and lamps, checking external lighting, safe isolation. Resetting circuit breakers as per University procedures.To support the Buildings and Facilities Supervisor in completing PPM (preventative planned maintenance), Health & Safety duties, planned activities and fire drills.To inform the Buildings and Facilities Supervisor when equipment and parts are used and require replenishment on a daily basis.To undertake manual handling as and when required.To prioritise own work load effectively.To provide clear and effective information to students when attending residences, directing students as and when required by verbal commands on a daily basis.To fulfil legal requirements of critical Health and Safety / Mandatory inspection, and testing regimes, e.g. fire alarm testing, fire extinguisher checks, Emergency Light Testing, Legionella flushing/sampling, lux levels, asbestos condition reporting, PAT Testing. In accordance with the UUK Code of Practice for the Management of Student Housing.To follow University Health and Safety guidelines, specifically the asbestos register, COSHH, wear correct Uniform and PPE (provided) before completing any maintenance work.Maintaining accurate written and electronic records including the use of digital and electronic systems and tablet / PDA devices for all work carried out on a daily basis.To ensure that security within Residences is maintained for student's staff and contractors, following the University procedures. Repairing and maintaining all security and access systems, locks and keys using the correct procedures on a daily basis.To support the Student Living team in achieving audits (e.g. ISO 14001, UUK), accreditations (e.g. Investors in People, Green Impact) and legislative and compliance requirements.To liaise with contractors, or other University departments and other sections of Commercial Services as required following appropriate University guidelines daily, weekly or monthly. Person spec: Good standard of education Ability to carry out Portable appliance Testing (PAT) and safe electrical isolation training. Evidence of formal trade training e.g. NVQ Level 1 / City & Guilds qualification or equivalent experience in General maintenance / Carpentry / Plumbing. Proven experience in a similar role, either in the public or private sector and a broad knowledge of maintenance duties Previous experience in an environment providing a service to customers Experience in checking fire extinguishers and other firefighting equipment Previous experience of carrying out Emergency Lighting Testing Demonstrable experience of using IT, including tablets, electronic devices and digital technology If you would like to find out more about this position, please upload your most up to date CV. We will contact all short-listed candidates. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.