Facilities Service Assistant

1 month ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time
Job Introduction

As an adept multitasking, problem-solving, and safety-promoting Facilities and Maintenance Technician for Universities by Sodexo in Northumbria University, Trinity Square Student Accommodation, Gateshead, NE8 1AQ . Your expertise will be vital in helping us enhance operational excellence by identifying areas / components that require repair or replacement.  Your actions count due to the fact that you are ensuring the safety of others. Join Universities by Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you’ll do :

  • Carryout basic PPM and reactive repairs as required and within skillset.
  • Basic electrical repairs such as changing of lamps (includes emergency lights), battery replacement, safety inspections to e/m lighting systems
  • Basic plumbing repairs such as changing and repairing of taps, replacement and repair to sinks toilets and showers.
  • Fire door inspections (training provided)
  • Basic building fabric repairs such as lock replacements, door replacement and repairs, painting and decorating to an acceptable standard as required.
  • To work closely with and to support the technical team as required.
  • To support the front of house team with room inspections and to engage with events as required.
  • Robustly manage all sub-contractors and suppliers under your remit to ensure seamless performance  
  • Drive commercial acumen and value add across all areas of the contract
  • To assist with and comply with all aspects of Health and Safety and the Environment policies on work activities to ensure actions comply in accordance with statutory and contractual requirements. Completion to the standards of; Risk Assessments, COSHH Assessments, H&S compliance and safety expected activities.
  • To comply at all times with the Company's Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Procedures and to ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with the Industry's best practices.
  • Ensure the fit-for-purpose, of issued clothing, uniform, tools, equipment and PPE and is to a safe and good working order of condition.

What you bring :

  • Experience of working in a multi-site contract with a varied portfolio of plant and equipment specs.
  • Extensive DIY and Decorating skills, able to undertake and complete basic aspects of multiple building fabric trades, for example repair and hang a door, patch repairs to plaster works, basic plumbing repairs.
  • It is essential that you have a pro-active attitude and can be flexible in relation to duties and working hours. The job also requires someone who can demonstrate that they have strong organisational and planning skills and have the ability to priorities and manage their time effectively.
  • The Candidate MUST take pride in their work, be committed, and reliable
  • Have a excellent timekeeping and attendance record.
  • The Candidate MUST be highly experienced in a general maintenance or caretaking background
  • The candidate must be able to work effectively without supervision.
  • The ability to communicate clearly is seen as essential
  • Experience of customer service and customer relationship management.
  • IT & systems literate, use of IT systems to provide/monitor data within the Quality Assurance and other management reporting systems.
  • Safety conscious person with the ability to understand and follow technical risk assessments.  

What we offer:   

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
  • Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
  • Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
  • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
  • Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
  • A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
  • Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
  • Flexible and dynamic work environment  
  • Competitive compensation  
  • Full training and full protective uniform supplied  

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today  

Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

Package Description

“ High-calibre support for a high-tech career ”

  • £;per hour
  • 40 hours per week
  • Working: Monday to Friday
  • Full Time Contract

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