To assist the Facilities Team leader / FM Officer including, ensuring that the buildings are maintained in a clean, operational and tidy condition. To assist in the provision of an effective Facilities Management Service with regards to property management, building access and egress, maintenance, health & safety and cleaning activities at Highland Council Establishments. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of one of our FM teams that are committed to delivering the services of FM Services for our local communities. The team are responsible for ensuring that Highland Council establishments are maintained and secure. By the end of the Modern Apprenticeship, the successful candidate will be able to carry out the duties of this post effectively and safely, candidates will be able to provide evidence of the following: \n\nExperience of working a facilities management service in a Local Authority, educational or similar environment. Experience in dealing with security duties. \nExperience of Health & Safety legislation within a working environment.\nAbility to accept responsibility and be adaptable to meet service needs. \nAbility to assess and communicate/respond to building users. \nAbility to use own initiative and work independently and as part of a team. \nAbility to complete paperwork accurately and function to deadlines \nAbility to undertake programme of training relevant to the job. \nAbility to use IT applications, in particular e-mail and MS Word and Excel. Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and machinery. \nAbility to work unsocial hours and shift patterns. Ability to work periodically in unpleasant conditions inside and outside. \nAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. \n\nDuring the apprenticeship the successful applicant will undertake the following qualification: SVQ in Facilities Services Level 2 (SCQF level 5). This is a 23-month Modern Apprenticeship programme. The successful candidate must be willing to undertake some self-study. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure check (PVG). Possession of a Valid Driving Licence is preferential. The successful candidate should either be in possession of a valid full licence, be working towards gaining a licence or be prepared to commence learning as soon as is practicable. Ideally you will be able to provide evidence of the following: Experience of working in a similar position. Previous experience of key holding responsibilities.\n