Facilities Assistant - maternity cover

Hazlewoods; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

On-site parking

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Health and wellbeing benefits

Regular firm-wide and team socialイベント

Job summary

Hazlewoods is seeking a Facilities Assistant to join our Facilities Team across three Cheltenham offices on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This hands-on role supports daily operations, maintenance, and workspace planning across sites.

You will coordinate contractors, assist with moves, maintain safety records, and communicate with colleagues with a proactive, customer-focused approach. A full UK driving licence is required to travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in facilities, property, maintenance or a similar practical role
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload
• A proactive and hands-on approach to problem-solving
• Good communication skills and a customer-focused mindset
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team
• A full UK driving licence and the ability to meet the firm's motor insurance requirements

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of our office facilities across three Cheltenham locations
• Carry out routine building inspections and basic maintenance tasks
• Coordinate and oversee contractors and service providers on-site
• Assist with office moves, meeting room set-up and workspace planning
• Support health & safety compliance and maintain accurate records
• Respond to facilities requests from colleagues and help resolve issues promptly
• Drive between office locations using a company van, where required

Skills

Facilities experience

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Customer-focused

Independent working

Full UK driving licence

Job description

The Hazlewoods Facilities Team plays a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of our three Cheltenham offices. From maintaining safe and welcoming workspaces to supporting colleagues and visitors, the team helps create an environment where people can do their best work.

We're looking for a Facilities Assistant to join us on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This is a varied, hands-on role that would suit someone who enjoys problem-solving, takes pride in delivering great service, and is comfortable working across multiple sites.

Key responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of our office facilities across three Cheltenham locations
• Carry out routine building inspections and basic maintenance tasks
• Coordinate and oversee contractors and service providers on-site
• Assist with office moves, meeting room set-up and workspace planning
• Support health & safety compliance and maintain accurate records
• Respond to facilities requests from colleagues and help resolve issues promptly
• Drive between office locations using a company van, where required

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• On-site parking
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Regular firm-wide and team social events

If you're looking for a varied role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements and skills

• Previous experience in facilities, property, maintenance or a similar practical role
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload
• A proactive and hands-on approach to problem-solving
• Good communication skills and a customer-focused mindset
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team
• A full UK driving licence and the ability to meet the firm's motor insurance requirements