Facilities Maintenance Officer

Contract: Permanent, full time Salary: Competitive Role OverviewAs a Facilities Maintenance Officer, you will be instrumental in ensuring our premises are safe, tidy, and fully functional. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of activities, including basic repairs, cleanliness, and landscape management, while also ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations throughout the site.
Key ResponsibilitiesWith a meticulous approach, you will identify and resolve non-routine maintenance issues, overseeing everything from vehicle upkeep to inventory management. Your proactive mindset will be essential in coordinating vehicle servicing and maintaining organized, well-equipped workspaces. Additionally, you will assist in the unloading of vital supplies, contribute to the onboarding of new staff, and meticulously document all activities to guarantee compliance with our standards. Your efforts will significantly enhance the daily operations, ensuring everything runs seamlessly.
Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will take pride in their contributions, maintaining our facilities to the highest standards while supporting various operational activities. You should possess strong planning skills, the ability to prioritize tasks effectively, and a collaborative spirit to work with all departments, ensuring readiness for events. Excellent interpersonal skills are crucial, as you will engage with a diverse array of individuals across the site, facilitating smooth coordination and teamwork. Flexibility and empathy are vital, as you will interact closely with both people and animals, always upholding a professional and courteous demeanor. Essential Qualifications

• Valid driving license
• Experience in gardening or grounds maintenance
• Background in handyman or general maintenance tasks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer and administrative proficiency
• Ability to embody and apply our organizational values

Although not mandatory, the following qualifications would be advantageous:

• Experience in managing workplace compliance
• LANTRA certification for operating gardening machinery
• Supervisory experience
• Experience operating tractors and loaders (current competency certification preferred)

BenefitsAt Blue Cross, we recognize that our people are essential to fulfilling our mission. In return for your dedication, we strive to provide an exceptional working environment that fosters your happiness and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Wellbeing support programs
• Access to 24/7 GP services
• Health cash plan
• Pension scheme with enhanced contributions
• Professional development support
• Life assurance
• Discounts on pet insurance
• Family-friendly policies
• Recognition programs
• Annual volunteer days

To learn more about the benefits we offer, please visit our website. Diversity and InclusionWe are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their background. At Blue Cross, we embrace diversity and strive to reflect the communities we serve at every level of our organization. We welcome discussions about any reasonable adjustments needed in our recruitment process to support your best performance.

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