Assets Officer

Taunton Town Council; Taunton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Taunton is seeking a reliable individual for an asset management role. You'll maintain accurate records for various Council assets, coordinate maintenance and repairs, and support depot operations. The ideal candidate should have experience in asset administration, be well-organized, and have strong communication skills. The role offers various benefits including a local government pension scheme and opportunities for learning and development.

Benefits

Perkbox Employee Benefits Platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Local Government Pension scheme

Employee Recognition Scheme

25 days holiday per year, increasing with service

Access to a central work car park

Volunteering Leave

Sick pay in accordance with agreed terms

Qualifications

• Experience in asset, property, or facilities administration.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and digital systems.
• Experience of coordinating works, stores, stock, or equipment.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records for Council assets.
• Support the development of the Council’s Asset Register.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs with contractors.
• Log and monitor work orders for timely completion.
• Support depot operations including equipment tracking.

Skills

Asset management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Driving license

Education

Facilities-related qualification (e.g. IWFM)

Job description

Main Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all Council assets, including buildings, land, equipment, fleet, and operational infrastructure.
• Support the development and administration of the Council’s digital Asset Register and associated inventories.
• Coordinate routine maintenance, repairs, and servicing, working closely with contractors and internal teams.
• Log, track, and monitor work orders to ensure timely completion and effective communication.
• Support depot operations, including stores and stock control, equipment tracking, and safe storage of tools and PPE.
• Assist with fleet and equipment administration, including servicing schedules, MOT records, and documentation.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for asset-related projects, minor works, and improvement programmes.
• Support property and lease administration, including record-keeping, inspections, renewals, and tenant liaison.
• Assist with insurance inventories, risk register data, and asset-related claims information.
• Record and monitor utility usage across Council buildings and facilities, supporting sustainability and carbon-reduction initiatives.
• Undertake routine checks of public conveniences and leased buildings, reporting maintenance or service issues.
• Act as a first point of contact for asset-related queries from staff, councillors, tenants, and contractors.
• Line manage and support the Assets Apprentice, providing guidance and development opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Council to support operational and service needs.
• Promote and model the Council’s PACT values in all aspects of your work.

About You

You’ll be a reliable and well‑organised individual with experience in asset, property, or facilities administration, and a strong eye for detail. You’ll be comfortable juggling competing priorities, maintaining accurate records, and working with a wide range of colleagues and contractors.

You’ll enjoy a role that blends administration, coordination, and practical problem‑solving — and you’ll take pride in helping keep public buildings and facilities running smoothly.

Essential attributes

• Experience in asset, property, or facilities administration.
• Strong organisational and record‑keeping skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and digital systems.
• Experience of coordinating works, stores, stock, or equipment.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A full driving licence.

Desirable attributes

• Experience working in local government or the public sector.
• Knowledge of lease or property management processes.
• Experience with digital asset registers or facilities systems.
• Understanding of insurance, risk management, or sustainability monitoring.
• Supervisory, mentoring, or apprenticeship support experience.
• A facilities‑related qualification (e.g. IWFM)

For more information on the post, please refer to the Job Description which can be found on our website and/or contact [e-mail]

Please visit our vacancies page to apply: www.taunton-tc.gov.uk.

Interested candidates should submit their completed application form to [e-mail] by 9.00am Monday 5th January 2025.

Please note we do not accept CVs.

Some benefits of working for us

• Work for a Town Council that strives to improve the quality of town life
• A work environment in a town location with excellent travel, bus and rail links
• Perkbox Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A focus on learning and development opportunities for our employees, including a teambuilding programme
• Local Government Pension scheme, currently with a 22.3% employer contribution rate
• Employee Recognition and Reward Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year increasing to 27 days after 2 years' service, and 30 days after 5 years' service, plus normal bank holidays. Please note these entitlements include 2 statutory days
• Long Service Awards starting from 5 years' service
• Additional Purchased Annual Leave Scheme
• Access to a central work car park
• Volunteering Leave
• Sick pay (in accordance with National Joint Councils agreed terms)
• Caring and compassionate employer, signatory of the Menopause Workplace Pledge, The Civility and Respect Pledge, The Charter for Compassion and The Armed Forces Covenant