Facilities Management Assistant-General Works

1 week ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

Ever wanted to work in an institution that is home to one of the worlds great collections of cultural treasures and research materials? Cambridge has an impressive history of music performance and musicological research, and we take pride in our services supporting teaching and research at Cambridge University Libraries & Archives.

The role:

As a Facilities Management Assistant, you will provide a comprehensive range of facilities management services across the University Library. Working closely with the FM team, you will help ensure the building remains safe, secure, and well-maintained, particularly during the evening wind-down period.

As Facilities Management Assistant-General Works, you will:

  • Walk set routes through the library to check its condition and react quickly to any issues.

  • Assist with minor maintenance or making areas safe when necessary.

  • Cover entry and exit gates (Staff Entrance or Front Entrance), acting as a welcoming and professional first/last point of contact for staff and visitors.

  • Support building evacuations and emergency procedures when required.

  • Undertaking portering tasks and light lifting as part of the wider FM service.

What we are looking for:

  • Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Is proactive, reliable, and approachable.

  • Can remain calm and professional in both routine and emergency situations.

  • Is physically able to undertake walking routes, stairs, and light lifting.

  • Has basic maintenance or facilities knowledge (desirable but not essential as training will be provided).

What we offer:

  • Flexible opportunities such as part-time hours and job shares.

  • Generous annual leave allowance of 36 days (inclusive of public holidays).

  • Exceptional parental leave (including maternity, paternity / co-parent, adoption and shared parental leave).

  • Discounts on major retailers.

  • Professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships and access to a variety of training courses.

Application closing date: 9 November 2025 Interview date: w/c 24 November 2025 For further details please refer to the Further Particulars.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a security check and a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Please quote reference VE47566 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Key information
Department/location

University Library

Salary

£24,685-£27,319 pro rata

Reference

VE47566

Category

Assistant staff

Date published

20 October 2025

Closing date

9 November 2025

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