Help Desk Assistant - Facilities

NHS Scotland; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

NHS discounts

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking a Helpdesk Operator to provide first-line support for Facilities Services across hospital sites. You will handle requests from patients, staff, visitors and contractors, logging, prioritising and coordinating tasks in a busy NHS environment.

The role is part-time, based at The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, with a 14:00–18:00, Monday–Friday pattern. A pro rata salary is offered with comprehensive NHS benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in busy customer service, helpdesk, administration or call handling environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for a wide range of people.
• Strong organisational skills to prioritise multiple demands in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience maintaining accurate records and using electronic information systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for Facilities-related enquiries from patients, staff, visitors and contractors.
• Receive, log, prioritise and monitor a wide range of maintenance, Facilities and service requests.
• Respond to telephone calls, emails and voicemail enquiries professionally and timely.
• Coordinate and progress emergency and non-emergency jobs, directing to appropriate teams.
• Monitor alarms and escalate issues per established procedures.
• Maintain records and management information using electronic systems.
• Provide administrative support across Facilities Services, including ID badge administration and reporting.

Skills

Customer service

Helpdesk experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

As a Helpdesk Operator within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of essential Facilities Services across our hospital sites. Acting as the first point of contact for patients, staff, visitors and contractors, you will help ensure requests, enquiries and urgent issues are managed efficiently and professionally. This is a fast-paced and rewarding role where no two days are the same, offering the opportunity to make a real difference to the smooth running of our healthcare environments. Working as part of one of the UK's largest NHS organisations, you will join a supportive team committed to delivering excellent service and supporting patient care. If you thrive in a customer-focused environment and enjoy problem-solving, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• Part-time, Permanent
• You will be based at The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 14:00 to 18:00

Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for Facilities-related enquiries from patients, staff, visitors and contractors
• Receive, log, prioritise and monitor a wide range of maintenance, Facilities and service requests
• Respond to telephone calls, emails and voicemail enquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Coordinate and progress emergency and non-emergency jobs, ensuring they are directed to the appropriate teams
• Monitor alarms and follow established procedures to ensure issues are escalated appropriately
• Maintain accurate records, databases and management information using a variety of electronic systems
• Provide comprehensive administrative support across Facilities Services, including ID badge administration, reporting and general office duties

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

• Previous experience working in a busy customer service, helpdesk, administration or call handling environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact confidently with a wide range of people
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands in a fast-paced setting
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience of maintaining accurate records and using electronic information systems and databases
• Ability to remain calm, professional and customer-focused when dealing with urgent requests or challenging situations
• Knowledge of customer care principles and a commitment to delivering a high-quality service at all times

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Peter Toland, Administration Manager on 0141 354 9614 or [e-mail]

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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