Facilities Co-ordinator

Would you enjoy being part of a hardworking team that cares for and maintains historical built & countryside places ensuring they are safe for everyone to enjoy, whilst keeping them a haven for wildlife? Then this role would be perfect for you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the facilities team across the South Downs portfolio and support the delivery of our compliance schedule.

Your contractual location will be the Slindon Estate in Arundel, however there will be an opportunity to explore and agree hybrid working arrangements which strike the right balance for you and the Trust. You'll be expected to also travel to other sites across the whole portfolio, attend meetings and support collaborative working.

**This role is a 2 year fixed-term contract, working 10 hours per week.**

What it's like to work here:The South Downs Portfolio is made up of forty-two sites across almost 100 miles of the South Downs Countryside.

Properties within this portfolio include Swan Barn Farm, Woolbeding Countryside, The Slindon Estate, Saddlescombe Farm, The Alfriston Clergy House, Monks House & Birling Gap.

It is a diverse area and every single day will bring a new scenario to encounter. It’s about being part of something different, where cause matters most, and where our decisions are always based on thinking now & forever, loving our places, welcoming everyone, and making things happen.

What you'll be doing:As the Facilities Co-ordinator, you’ll support the delivery of an efficient and flexible facilities service to enable the successful operation of the portfolio. You’ll be working closely with the portfolio’s two Facilities Managers and support the team to meet its objectives by ensuring high standards are delivered and maintained at all times.

You’ll be assisting with the delivery of:

- The Portfolio Buildings data cleanse project, helping the team to accurately record buildings assets, maintenance schedules and reports.
- Portfolio risk assessment reviews, working with Heads of department to consolidate existing risk assessments and ensure risk is managed effectively.
- Compliance tasks and ensuring that the portfolio meets all legal requirements
- Planned, preventative and reactive maintenance and repairs.

The role also involves compliance tracking, supervising contractors, and playing your part to ensure the portfolio meets its environmental objectives.

**Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert.**

Who we're looking forOur team believes that people deserve more than just ‘good service’ but an amazing experience that they’ll never forget, and we’re looking for like-minded people to join us.

We'd love to hear from you, if this sounds like you;
- Ability to work in a team but also can work on your own initiative
- Well organised and adaptable
- Customer focused with an understanding of the importance of great service
- Well organised and able to coordinate own time effectively
- Good communication skills enabling positive relationships both internally and externally to be built and maintained

The packageThe National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Tax free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most locations
- Independent financial advice

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Fixed Term p/t (10 hrs pw to 31/03/25)