Average Facilities Assistant salary in the UK

Facilities Assistant Location: Warwickshire On site: initially on site 5 days per week Salary: up to £26,050 per year. Fantastic opportunity to work with an important public sector organisation in Warwickshire as a Facilities Assistant ensuring reactive building repair works and associated Facilities Management support tasks are completed in an efficient and effective manner, and to the agreed service level agreements. This is a key role in supporting the Facilities Managers with their day-to-day activities. You will monitor, measure and react to the Helpdesk tasks and ensure BAU (business as usual) delivery. You'll follow up on scheduled tasks and build and maintain robust and effectively working relationships with Contractors and any other 3rd party support services. You'll also be required to produce MI (Management Information) for the FM Team and Senior Key Stakeholders Responsibilities: Act as the local point of contact / liaison for external suppliers and consultants, monitor the on-site activities of contractors/ suppliers and report on all activities in these areas Maintain customer contact including providing a point of contact for the facilities service; provide reactive support to facilities Managers to ensure business continuity issues affecting critical operational facilities are given appropriate priority. Perform monitoring tasks (e.g. relating to fire safety, fire risk assessments, asbestos, legionella and attendance at Health and Safety meetings) that will contribute to maintaining safe working conditions and to ongoing compliance with legislative requirements.Identify and report building faults via the helpdesk where appropriate.Supply cover for Facilities Managers as directed.Provide weekly, monthly/quarterly reports on the services offered and include performance against KPI's and SLA's, as and when required.Working alongside the Business Operations Service (BOS) Team raise invoices, orders and receive goods and services to support the financial systems.Working alongside BOS allocate building repair workload/job tickets in conjunction with the Estates Helpdesk and order and organise materials, labour, plant, equipment and suppliers and allocate equipment between projects as necessary.To arrange and coordinate movement transport, mail, goods, furniture and equipment throughout the area.To undertake other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post, as required. Special Conditions to be aware of in this role: Fire WardenAbility to DriveUnsocial hoursRegular travel throughout the EstateUnpleasant Working ConditionsLone workingEssential Car User Mandatory Training requirements Working at HeightFire Risk AssessmentsAsbestos AwarenessControl of ContractorsLegionella AwarenessContinuous Professional Development Knowledge: Good knowledge and experience of all aspects of Facilities Management services and current legislation.IOSH or NEBOSH Certificate or willingness to obtain this qualification whilst in post. With a proven ability to demonstrate understanding of Fire Safety legislation and requirements.Knowledge of legislation relating to Facilities Management. Experience: Proven experience in the delivery of facilities management services across a multi-site environment.Proven ability to prioritise and manage time effectively and be able to work unsupervised.Experience of working within a FM helpdesk environment Key Skills: Exceptional customer focus and service skillsICT competent in the use of Microsoft applications and Computer Aided Design.Proven communication skills both written and oral and strong interpersonal skills.Attention to detail and information gathering.Able to exercise discretion and professional judgement to intervene where activities of Contractors are considered to be posing a potential Health and Safety risk or is in breach of Legislation or initiate and /or co-ordinate appropriate action in response to significant breaches of security. ***Successful candidates will be required as part of the onboarding process to successfully complete DBS vetting and credit checks.*** Submit your CV now to be considered for this great opportunity working in a supportive team environment.

Benefits: Free parking25 days of annual leave, in addition to bank holidaysPrivate Pension planLife AssuranceEarly finish at 1 pm on Fridays Key Responsibilities: Equipment Maintenance: Perform in-house Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks for critical equipment, including generators, compressors, air conditioning systems, and air quality systems.Safety Checks: Conduct monthly safety checks, such as inspecting fire extinguishers, emergency lights, emergency exits, and more, to ensure a safe environment.Service Request Management: Maintain the Facilities Service Request Log, collaborating with department managers to complete DIY tasks promptly. Coordinate with the Facilities & Security Team Leader to engage contractors for larger requests.General Maintenance: Work alongside the Facilities & Security Team Leader to carry out various maintenance activities, including plumbing repairs, fixture maintenance, painting, decoration, and more. Basic electrical tasks such as fixing light fittings and adding plug sockets may be required.Safety Oversight: Ensure that all activities are performed safely and report any issues to the Facilities & Security Team Leader before, during, and after tasks are completed.Contractor Management: Monitor the contractor calendar, greet and supervise visiting contractors, and ensure they adhere to safety regulations and Risk Assessment and Method Statements (RAMS).Inventory Management: Order necessary parts and equipment through our purchasing system, ensuring that supplies are readily available.Meter Readings: Perform monthly meter readings to track resource consumption.Waste Management: Monitor waste areas, arrange collections as needed, and promptly resolve any waste-related issues.Facilities Projects: Collaborate with the Facilities & Security Team Leader, department managers, and contractors to execute larger facilities projects smoothly.Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies such as plumbing issues, water leaks, and power outages to make the situation safe. Arrange for contractor assistance when necessary.Health and Safety: Uphold the Company's Environmental, Health, and Safety Management Systems. Education/Experience Required: Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and external contractors.Proficiency in MS Office applications.Pragmatic and professional decision-making under pressure.Competence in performing minor DIY tasks safely.Good knowledge of facilities systems, including plumbing and electrical work.Significant experience or qualification related to electrical work is highly advantageous.Understanding of Health and Safety protocols.Experience in managing small building projects (hands-on side); admin support will be provided.Proficiency in using hand tools and equipment safely.Physical fitness for tasks involving moving, lifting, and working at heights.Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for inter-site travel. Location: Horsham Drivers Licence Needed due to location and travel between two sites.

Facilities and Administration Assistant Oxford £24,000-£26,000 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are pleased yo be working with a fantastic, fast growing law firm in Oxford town centre to support them in finding a Facilities and Administration Assistant. Duties will include: Being the first point of contact for visitors to the office, ensuring that meeting rooms are professionally presented and that refreshments are provided.Being the first point of contact for health & safety, building and landlord issuesSupporting the marketing team with the organisation and delivery of eventsOrdering and setting up IT equipment for new startersOrdering stationery and kitchen supplies for the officeDealing with incoming and outgoing post & archiving of critical documentsAssisting the Legal Administrator for the office - File opening and closing, file audits, on-boarding new clients and moreBooking travel for the solicitors If you have experience working in a law firm or a professional office in an administration, reception or facilities role and you would like to take a senior role in a rapidly growing office support team then please apply now. Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on Twitter @LoveWorkBeHappy to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales