Facilities Assistant

Foster + Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned architecture firm as a Facilities Assistant, where you’ll play a crucial role in setting up workspaces and supporting office moves. This dynamic position offers a chance to work in a creative environment, ensuring that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. With opportunities for career growth and development, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that transforms inspiring designs into reality. If you enjoy practical, hands-on work and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in facilities, logistics, or construction.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up workspaces for new employees, including furniture assembly.
• Support office moves and maintain workspace organization.

Skills

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Basic IT Knowledge

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Join Foster + Partners and Be Part of Something Iconic

At Foster + Partners, we don’t just design buildings—we create some of the most inspiring, forward-thinking spaces in the world. Our projects redefine skylines, transform workplaces, and push the boundaries of design and engineering. But behind every great space, there’s a dedicated team ensuring everything runs seamlessly.

We’re looking for a Facilities Assistant (Moves) to join our Facilities team in London, supporting our ever-evolving office environment. If you enjoy hands-on work, being active, and working in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect role for you.

Why Join Us?

• Be Part of an Architectural Legacy – Work within one of the world's most renowned architecture firms.
• Work on a Stunning Campus – Our London office is an incredible space where creativity thrives.
• No Two Days Are the Same – You’ll be involved in office moves, workspace setups, furniture assembly, and supporting our growing teams.
• Career Growth & Development – Whether you come from a facilities, removals, warehouse, construction, or physical labour background, we value transferable skills and provide opportunities to develop within the company.

The Role

As a Facilities Assistant (Moves), you’ll be responsible for:

• Setting up workspaces for new employees, including assembling and moving furniture.
• Moving and installing equipment, from desks and chairs to computer screens and IT setups.
• Supporting office moves—reconfiguring spaces to meet the needs of our growing team.
• Maintaining workspace organization across our London campus.
• Driving between locations to transport equipment and materials (a full, clean driving license is required).
• Working with contractors and teams to ensure smooth transitions during office changes.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from those with any hands-on, physically active background, including:

• Facilities, logistics, removals, or warehouse experience
• Construction, labouring, or trade backgrounds
• Hospitality, events setup, or security roles requiring physical movement
• Anyone who enjoys practical, hands-on work and wants to be part of a world-class environment

Key skills include:

• Strong teamwork and ability to work independently.
• Organized and proactive approach to daily tasks.
• Good communication skills—you’ll be interacting with different teams across the business.
• Basic IT knowledge—setting up PC workstations and troubleshooting minor issues.
• Initially, shifts will be 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Over time, you’ll move to a rotating shift pattern:

• 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (1-hour lunch break)
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch break)
• 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (1-hour lunch break)
• Any work outside of Monday–Friday shifts (including evenings or weekends) will be paid at 1.5x the normal rate as overtime.

Be Part of Something Bigger

At Foster + Partners, every role plays a part in creating incredible spaces. If you’re looking for a practical, hands-on role within a world-leading creative company, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Other

• Industries

  Facilities Services and Construction

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