Facilities Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Facilities Coordinator to ensure the smooth operation of their Ellesmere Port site. This role involves overseeing maintenance, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and managing contractors. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and hands-on experience in building maintenance. The company offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including private medical cover and generous leave allowances. Join a team that values hard work and commitment, and contribute to a safer and more efficient workplace.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Private medical cover

Competitive pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Retailer discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Length of service awards

Christmas vouchers

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with building maintenance is essential.
• Good knowledge of general building services and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Organise and oversee day-to-day maintenance of the site.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met and maintained.
• Manage on-site contractors for repairs and minor works.

Skills

Building Maintenance

Communication Skills

Health & Safety Compliance

Driving License

Education

Relevant Qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds, BTEC)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

Job details

• Job title: Facilities Coordinator
• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: Ellesmere Port
• Hours: 37.5 hours, Monday-Friday
• Salary: From £32,000

Job Description

We are looking for a practical and proactive Facilities Coordinator to help keep our Ellesmere Port site running smoothly and safely. You will organise and oversee day-to-day maintenance, ensure health and safety standards are met, and manage on-site contractors.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure all building services (like water, gas, heating) operate safely and efficiently
• Respond to issues around the site – from small fixes to arranging professional help
• Organise and supervise contractors for repairs and minor works
• Assist in improving the site through general upkeep and housekeeping projects
• Maintain clear records of work carried out
• Identify and report health & safety risks and assist in resolving them
• Ensure all work complies with SGS’s safety, equality, and integrity standards

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of general building maintenance and services
• Hands-on experience with building maintenance
• Good communication skills
• Driving License

Desirable Skills

• FLT License
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Basic skills in electrical, plumbing, and joinery
• Experience supervising contractors or working in a lab environment
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds, BTEC) or equivalent experience

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance-related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous annual leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of service awards
• Christmas vouchers
• Health & wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted gym membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, marital status, or other protected characteristics.

APPLY NOW for full consideration. If selected for an interview, we will contact you directly.