Job Description

Facilities Lead Officer
37 hours per week, Based in Preston, Lancashire
32,000 per annum
This pivotal role ensures our workspaces are safe, efficient, and well-maintained, while overseeing the coordination of our vehicle fleet to support business needs.
What will you be doing in this role?
We're seeking a dynamic and proactive professional to lead and manage our facilities and fleet operations. The ideal candidate will bring operational expertise, and a passion for delivering high-quality service across all areas of facilities and fleet management.
What we are looking for:

• Someone with hands-on experience in facilities management with a good grasp of both the practical and people-focused sides of the job.
• A problem-solver who's always looking for ways to improve the teams service delivery.
• A great communicator who enjoys working with different teams and building strong relationships.
• A keen eye for health and safety, with up-to-date knowledge of building safety requirements.

It would great if you also had:

• An understanding of the social housing sector.
• Knowledge of managing vehicle fleets

Working Arrangements:
Your main workplace will be at our gorgeous dockside offices in Preston. You will also regularly visit other properties which the team manage across the city, therefore a driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use is essential. We offer flexibility wherever possible to accommodate our business and your personal needs.
Why work at Community Gateway?
We are a values-based employer and our team are what makes us who we are. We aim for a great employee experience and that includes a range of benefits, including a generous holiday allowance beginning at 26 days plus bank holidays and including your birthday off and Christmas closure. We also offer free parking, free breakfasts, a company-paid health cash plan, reward and recognition scheme and much more. More information about our benefits can be found on the attachment below.
Inclusion is key for us. We would love to hear from people from diverse backgrounds for this role, those who may be underrepresented in our organisation. We aim to be reflective of the communities in which we operate and if you speak a second language this can come in handy!
A bit more about us:
Community Gateway own and manage around 7000 homes across the city of Preston, but we are so much more than just a landlord. We aim to offer great customer service, providing safe, well-maintained and affordable homes, and making a positive difference to the communities in which we work. We make sure that we manage our business to the highest of standards and are working to create a sustainable future.
And finally, we want to be a great place to work....so if you think you have the skills, experience and can live our values, then we want to hear from you. If you haven't done so already, check out the on our website for more about us and top tips for your application.
Dates for your diary:
The closing date for this role is Sunday 14th September 2025 at midnight with interviews on 19th September 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Skills Required