Facilities Co-ordinator

Do you enjoy being part of a team with a cause? Do you want to help care for important historic buildings and estates?

We're looking for a Facilities Co-ordinator with the skills to keep the Isle of Purbeck in tiptop condition and running smoothly for all the people who visit and love the place.

Preferably with a trade background, you will be responsible for all manner of general maintenance tasks ranging from fixing doors and locks to making sure the toilets are running smoothly. There is a wide variety of tasks to keep you busy. You will work as part of a small team of staff and volunteers to ensure that vital planned and reactive work is carried out with mínimal disruption to the visitor business. Being able to manage your own workload, you will be able to prioritise your work and be proactive in carrying out preventative maintenance. All of this, delivered with excellent customer service.

All work must be carried out in line with relevant H&S legislation and so a keen focus on working safely is key to successful delivery of your day-to-day work.

What it's like to work here:A 1000 year old royal castle stands at the gateway to the Isle of Purbeck. The area, famed for its beaches, castle and countryside, is home to some of the rarest species in the UK, including British reptiles. To become part of our friendly team, you will need a love of historic buildings and Building conservation. The portfolio has a strong commercial focus and year-round opening meaning that work at Purbeck Island requires energy and commitment, and the roles are fun and varied in a unique location.

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What you'll be doing:As the Facilities Co-ordinator, you’ll be making sure that the Isle of Purbeck operates as it should, by running an efficient, effective and flexible facilities service. You’ll help the property team to meet their goals by keeping standards high and delivering excellent customer service.

You’ll be helping with maintenance and repairs (reactive, as well as planned and preventative), caretaking, the presentation of public areas and visitor facilities (including car parks and grounds), making sure that the visitor business has what it needs to succeed and to deliver all of this with mínimal disruption to the day-to-day operations.

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

Who we're looking forWe'd love to hear from you if you’re:

- customer focused with a positive attitude
- a team player, but also can work on your own initiative
- comfortable using IT packages
- well organised and adaptable
- happy to learn new skills

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 places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Tax-free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
- Independent financial advice

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Permanent p/t (18.75 hrs pw)