Facilities Assistant

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Wareham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a dedicated Facilities Assistant to support the Defence, Government and Energy services sector on a part-time basis (30 hours per week). You will help maintain high facility standards, assist with contractor processes, and handle opening/closing duties to ensure smooth operations across the site.

The ideal candidate will have prior facilities experience, be adaptable, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate reliability with excellent timekeeping,

Qualifications

• Relevant facilities or maintenance experience.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and workload.
• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Reliable with strong timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Exterior site maintenance and cleaning tasks.
• Control of contractor processes, including sign‑in/sign‑out and adherence to site rules.
• Opening and/or closing the building when required.
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Communications

Time management

Health & safety

Problem solving

Reliable

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Facilities Assistant to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 30 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: 5 out of 7 days

Please note: This role is contracted to 50.2 weeks per year

Could you bring your spark to Defence? 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

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/2307/96004001/52755442/R/BU #Defence

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!