Facilities Operative is responsible for coordinating facility maintenance, managing service requests, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and supporting the overall workplace experience. The ideal candidate is highly organised, detail-oriented, and has strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with various departments and external vendors.
Key Responsibilities:
• General Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance tasks, including minor repairs (e.g, painting, plumbing, and carpentry) and fixing equipment as needed, including working at heights.
• Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, conducting regular inspections, and reporting any issues or hazards.
• Cleaning & Upkeep: Maintain cleanliness and tidiness across the site, including communal areas, restrooms, offices, and external areas such as car parks and gardens.
• Equipment Monitoring: Monitor and maintain facility systems and equipment, such as HVAC, lighting, and security systems, ensuring they are in proper working order.
• Waste Management: Manage waste disposal and recycling procedures, ensuring adherence to environmental regulations.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and maintain stock levels of cleaning supplies, maintenance tools, and consumables.
• Compliance Checks: Assist in fire safety drills, alarm testing, and emergency lighting inspections.
• Contractor Liaison: Work with external contractors for specialised repairs, ensuring they follow the necessary protocols and safety standards.
• Reporting: Maintain records of maintenance activities, incidents, and equipment inspections, reporting any issues to the SHE and Facilities Manager.
• Ad-hoc Duties: Assist with ad-hoc requests such as office moves, furniture assembly, and event setup.
Skills & Qualifications:
• Experience: Prior experience in facilities, maintenance, or a similar role is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical repairs.
• Health & Safety: Familiarity with health and safety standards and best practices (e.g., COSHH, fire safety, risk assessments).
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently