External Janitor & Ground Maintenance

Chartwells Independent; Swindon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I in Swindon is seeking a Facilities Assistant to support the 14Forty operation on a full-time 37.5-hour week. You will perform maintenance tasks, assist with external site upkeep, manage contractor sign-in/out, and help open/close the building, while upholding health and safety standards.

A strong communicator with reliability will excel in this role. This position offers progression within a company that invests in its people and rewards dedicated team members, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar facilities/maintenance role.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Ensure exterior of site is clean and well-maintained.
• Assist with contractor management and sign-in/out procedures.
• Open and/or close the building as required.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and uphold brand image.
• Comply with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Strong communication

Timekeeping reliability

Adaptability

Customer service

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Facilities Assistant to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in 14Forty on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.

As a Facilities Assistant, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of facility management with the wider facilities team. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Mon-Fri (Full Time Days)

Could you bring your spark to 14Forty? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking minor repairs and maintenance tasks
• Responsible for ensuring the exterior of the site is in a clean, tidy and reasonable state of repair, inclusive of general external maintenance tasks.
• Assisting the facilities team with the control of contractor's process, inclusive of ensuring contractors are signed in correctly, and signed out, and that everyone is adhering to site policies and rules
• Responsible for opening and/or closing the building where required
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Facilities Assistant will:

• Have previous experience within a similar role
• Be adaptable and easily embrace changing priorities
• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!