Facilities Assistant

Facilities Assistant * £30,000 per annum * Full-time on-site working 8:30am – 5:30pm * Role based in Feltham A global logistics company is looking for a Facilities Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team in Feltham. You will support the organisation and maintenance of the UK facility, and in accordance with Health & Safety Policy. This is a full-time permanent role working fully on-site. The hours are Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm and the pay is up to £30,000 per annum. The most important requirement for this role aside from some previous facilities experience is your soft skills; the way you communicate, your ability to work in a team, your willingness to learn, your eagerness to help and get involved will ensure you are a fantastic addition to this lovely close-knit team. Key Responsibilities: * Follow, champion and lead by example on all Facility Standard Operating Procedures. * Uphold the maintenance and organisational requirements of the building structure internally and externally, leases of equipment, asset register, maintenance contracts and waste removal. * Write up Risk Assessments when required and ensure they are adhered to. * Help to fine tune procurement processes, maintenance works (planned/unplanned) with minimal distribution to the business. * Attend Operational bi-weekly/monthly meetings to provide H&S guidance and regulations changes, plus updates on any planned works and provision of consumables. * Take a very proactive approach to the planning of facility’s needs/requirements, assist in peak planning and actively communicate with key stake holders. * Control Supply and cost management of Operational & Office consumables. * Contribute to the day-to-day monitoring and managing of Health & Safety for the UK Entity. * Establish important relationships with key stake holders to ensure effective production throughout the operation. * Assist Facilities and Compliance Manager in the preparation of departmental budgets to minimise fluctuations in Facility overhead cost throughout the year. * Liaise with 3rd Party Communications contractors – Telephony and Mobile phone issues. * Maintain sustainability (ESG) reports and responsible for data gathering of facility related tasks. Skills and experience required: * Previous experience within a facilities, health & safety or compliance role is essential. * Understanding of Health & Safety protocols and safe systems of work. * Problem solving and agile approach in an ever-changing environment. * Having good negotiation skills and understanding how to budget. * Strong analytical skills – attention to detail. * Strong communication skills – written & verbal; ability to connect with all levels of people. * Excellent organisation skills. * Microsoft Office Suite