Facilities Coordinator

JR United Kingdom; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Facilities Coordinator to oversee the smooth operation of their Ellesmere Port site. This role involves managing daily maintenance, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and supervising on-site contractors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building maintenance, excellent communication skills, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving. Join a team that values integrity and quality, and enjoy a variety of benefits including private medical cover, generous leave, and performance-related bonuses.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Private medical cover

Competitive pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Retailer discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Length of Service Awards

Christmas vouchers

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of building maintenance and services.
• Experience supervising contractors or working in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all building services operate safely and efficiently.
• Organize and supervise contractors for repairs and minor works.
• Identify and report health & safety risks.

Skills

Building Maintenance Knowledge

Strong Communication Skills

Hands-on Experience

Driving License

Education

City & Guilds or BTEC equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Facilities Coordinator

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

Job Details

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

Job Description

We are seeking a practical and proactive Facilities Coordinator to ensure the smooth and safe operation of our Ellesmere Port site. Your responsibilities will include organizing and overseeing daily maintenance, ensuring health and safety standards are met, and managing on-site contractors.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure all building services (water, gas, heating) operate safely and efficiently.
2. Respond to site issues, from minor fixes to arranging professional repairs.
3. Organize and supervise contractors for repairs and minor works.
4. Contribute to site improvements through general upkeep and housekeeping projects.
5. Maintain clear records of all work carried out.
6. Identify and report health & safety risks, assisting in their resolution.
7. Ensure all work complies with SGS’s safety, equality, and integrity standards.

Qualifications

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

Desirable Skills

• FLT License.
• Proficiency with 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 Benefits

At SGS, we reward our employees with various benefits, including:

• Performance-related bonus (discretionary, subject to eligibility).
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility).
• Competitive pension scheme and Life Assurance.
• Generous annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
• Retailer discounts.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Length of Service Awards.
• Christmas vouchers.
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Discounted gym memberships.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Application

Apply now for full consideration. If selected for an interview, we will contact you directly.