Facilities Assistant

Role Purpose

Location- Ruddington, Nottinghamshire

Level – Support Role

Department – Facilities

Working Pattern – In Office (Part time – 3 days a week, 6 hours per day)

Benefits -Benefits at Ideagen

Salary – To be discussed at next stage

We are looking for a practical and proactive Facilities Assistant to support the day-to-day running of our Nottingham office. This is a varied, hands‑on role suited to someone who takes pride in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming workplace. You will play an important part in ensuring the office environment runs smoothly, handling everything from general maintenance to supporting internal events.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general maintenance tasks, including minor plumbing, carpentry, decorating, and basic repairs
• Responding to facilities requests from colleagues, prioritising tasks and resolving issues efficiently
• Proactively identifying maintenance issues and addressing them before they escape
• Acting as a point of contact for external contractors, ensuring work is completed on time and to the required standard
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance work, servicing, and equipment replacement
• Taking ownership of the overall upkeep and presentation of the office, including communal areas and workspaces
• Monitoring and replenishing supplies such as light bulbs, cleaning materials, and kitchen essentials
• Supporting the setup and breakdown of meeting rooms, events, and office-wide activities

Skills and Experience

• Experience in a facilities, maintenance, caretaker, or similar hands‑on role
• Practical skills across a range of general maintenance tasks, including basic repairs and decorating
• A proactive and self‑motivated approach, with the ability to identify and resolve issues independently
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload
• Reliable and dependable, with a consistent and punctual approach to work
• A professional and approachable manner when interacting with colleagues and visitors
• Awareness of health and safety standards within a workplace environment
• Physically capable of carrying out manual handling tasks as part of the role

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