Facilities Assistant - Grounds Maintenance

Compass Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Facilities Assistant, responsible for maintaining high standards of facility management at 14Forty. Enjoy a full-time role with opportunities for career progression, competitive pay, and a supportive team environment. Contribute to ensuring smooth operations and provide excellent customer care.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of grounds maintenance needs.
• Prior experience in horticulture is desirable.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Ensure grounds maintenance duties are completed according to schedule.
• Maintain clean and tidy rear yards at specified buildings.
• Follow Health and Safety instructions in all operations.

Skills

Customer care

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

NPTC Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Lawn mowers

Power tools

Reach and wash systems

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Facilities Assistant to help ensure the smooth running of operations at 14Forty on a full-time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week.

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

Here's an overview of your shift pattern:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat: Off
• Sun: Off

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

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensure grounds maintenance duties are carried out at the GE Redhill St Leonards and Lord Nelson Buildings, as well as the GE sites at Renshaw Drive and Mustang Drive Stafford, following the schedule (Summer: April to September; Winter: October to March).
• Ensure window and fascia cleaning duties are performed at the GE Redhill St Leonards and Lord Nelson Buildings using reach and wash systems for external areas and microfibre tools for internal areas.
• Maintain the rear yards at the GE Redhill St Leonards and Lord Nelson Buildings, keeping them clean and tidy according to guidelines.
• Ensure all equipment is safely stored in a clean and well-maintained condition between uses.
• Use appropriate PPE in all operations.
• Follow Health and Safety instructions to maintain best practices.
• Build partnerships with onsite clients through liaison and engagement.

Our ideal Facilities Assistant will:

• Be polite, professional, and friendly with customers, clients, and colleagues.
• Have an in-depth understanding of grounds maintenance and upkeep needs.
• Maintain a clean and functional workspace.
• Be able to lift or move heavy equipment.
• Possess strong organisation skills and the ability to multitask.
• Work well with others and under minimal supervision.
• Be skilled in operating lawn mowers, power tools, and have a good understanding of water and waste systems.
• Exhibit excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Maintain a high level of customer care at all times.
• Demonstrate a can-do attitude towards customer requests and strive to exceed expectations.

Desirable qualifications include:

• Prior experience in horticulture.
• NPTC Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience operating reach and wash systems.

Join us at Compass to help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections across approximately 6,000 venues. Grow your career with industry leader, enjoy competitive pay, great perks, and unparalleled learning and development opportunities within one of the UK's largest businesses.

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At Compass Group UK&I, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate diversity and aim to create a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive—because diversity is our strength!