Facilities and Maintenance Assistant - Casual

Essex County Council; Benfleet; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave (pro rata)

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Castle Point Borough Council is seeking a casual Facilities and Maintenance Assistant to join our Recreation Service, based in Castle Point. The role involves general maintenance tasks, handyman duties and responding to emergencies, on a zero-hour contract.

Applicants should have a clean driving licence, be able to travel within the area, and work well in a team or alone. The position offers flexible hours and benefits associated with council employment.

Qualifications

• Previous practical experience in caretaking, premises management, building cleaning or building maintenance is desirable.
• Experience dealing with members of the public and delivering good customer care is highly desirable.
• Applicants must hold a current full clean driving licence and have access to a vehicle; travel within the area is required.

Responsibilities

• We are looking for a casual Facilities and Maintenance Assistant to work within our Recreation Service.
• Carry out general maintenance and basic handyman duties as required.
• Respond to emergencies and unforeseen problems as part of the role.

Skills

Good interpersonal and communication

Team player and independent worker

Respond to emergencies

General maintenance tasks

Attendance & scheduling

Education

Current full clean driving licence

Job description

Facilities and Maintenance Assistant - Casual

Facilities and Maintenance Assistant - Casual - Castle Point Borough Council

Castle Point Borough Council

Permanent, Part Time

£14.63 per hour

Location:

Castle Point

Closing Date: 21st November 2026

Castle Point Borough Council Estate's - Community Halls

Casual Bases - Zero Hour Contract / Grade 3 & SCP 9 - £14.63 per hour

Closing - 20th November - Please note: This job may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.

We are looking for a casual Facilities and Maintenance Assistant to work within our Recreation Service.

Key Skills and Abilities

• Good interpersonal and communication skills


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Able to respond to emergencies and unforeseen problems


• General maintenance skills and ability to carry out basic handyman duties


• Ability to maintain attendance and keep to a schedule

Experience

Previous practical experience working within caretaking, premises management, building cleaning or building maintenance is desirable.

Experience of dealing with members of the public and delivering great customer care is highly desirable.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a current full clean driving licence and have access to a vehicle, as travel within the area is required.

Not only is this a great role for the right candidate, but you also get some great benefits including:

• 27 days annual leave (pro rata)


• Employee Assistance Programme

For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact

Mike Todd - [e-mail]

The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.

Our values:

Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus

Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.