Job Description

Job Title: Facilities Assistant

Location:

Home Farm, Banbury Road, Bicester

Pay:

12.21 per hour

Contract:

6-month temporary position with potential to become permanent

Hours:

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday, 30-minute unpaid break)

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive and adaptable Facilities Assistant to join our team. This is a varied role that combines building maintenance, health and safety compliance, event setup, supply chain support, and small fleet coordination. If you enjoy a hands-on position with plenty of variety, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

Building Maintenance:

Conduct regular walk-throughs to identify hazards or maintenance needs. Perform minor repairs (e.g., changing light bulbs, tightening furniture).

Health & Safety:

Assist with compliance tasks such as fire alarm tests and emergency lighting checks. Act as a fire warden and respond to security incidents when required.

Room & Event Setup:

Arrange furniture for meetings and events. Set up AV/IT equipment as needed.

Supplies & Inventory:

Monitor and replenish office supplies, consumables, and cleaning materials. Place orders when stock is low and move furniture/equipment as required.

Supply Chain & Logistics:

Support stock management and shipping coordination. Assist with travel coordination and small fleet management.

Skills & Qualifications

Full UK Driving Licence (essential for occasional travel and fleet tasks). Proficiency in Microsoft Office/365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams). Basic maintenance and repair skills. Strong attention to detail and safety awareness. Ability to lift and move furniture/equipment. Good organizational and communication skills. Familiarity with AV/IT setup is desirable.

Benefits

Temporary 6-month contract with potential for permanent placement. Full-time, stable working hours (Monday-Friday, 9 AM-5 PM, 30-minute break). Opportunity to gain experience in supply chain, travel coordination, and fleet management.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Licence/Certification:

Driver's License (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Bicester OX27 8TG (required)
Work Location: In person