Facilities Coordinator Housing

Adecco; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment group is seeking a Facilities Coordinator for a temporary role in Braintree. The position involves overseeing cleaning contracts, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, and coordinating maintenance activities across multiple sites. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a flexible approach to work. Access to a vehicle for site travel is essential. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to contribute to a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Must have access to your own vehicle for travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the cleaning contract and ensure hubs are clean, safe, and welcoming.
• Support daily space coordination and complete monthly site walk-rounds.
• Act as a Fire Marshal and First Aider.
• Manage heating, cooling, and compliance testing.
• Handle procurement and manage contractor activities safely.
• Assist with GDPR-compliant document destruction.

Skills

Knowledge of health and safety legislation (IOSH, COSHH)

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication skills

Organisational abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently

Flexibility to changing needs

Job description

Job Title: Facilities Coordinator

Location: Main Location - Braintree – Must be able to travel to Burnham, Witham and Manningtree once per week.

Remuneration: £18.33 per hour

Contract Details: Temporary – Minimum 3 months

Responsibilities

• Oversee the cleaning contract and ensure all hubs remain clean, safe, and welcoming.
• Complete monthly site walk‑rounds and support daily space‑use coordination.
• Update daily occupancy data and act as a Fire Marshal and First Aider.
• Be the first point of contact for on‑site facilities issues across multiple hubs.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance, minor repairs, and statutory compliance.
• Monitor mechanical and electrical systems, carry out routine checks, and keep accurate records.
• Manage heating, cooling, and weekly compliance testing.
• Support sustainability and energy‑efficiency initiatives.
• Assist with incident recovery, refurbishments, and improvement projects.
• Handle procurement, contract renewals, and value‑for‑money purchasing.
• Manage stock of consumables and create purchase orders.
• Coordinate planned and reactive cleaning and manage contractor activity safely (RAMS).
• Oversee access control, including issuing and tracking ID badges.
• Deliver hub induction tours for colleagues.
• Support health and safety through risk assessments, PEEPs, and incident reporting.
• Assist with GDPR‑compliant document destruction and adverse weather procedures.
• Carry out quality checks and support continuous improvement across all hubs.
• Provide wider support to the Facilities and Business Support Manager as needed.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation (IOSH, COSHH).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs.

Essential: Access to your own vehicle for travel between sites.

Join our client's team and contribute to creating an outstanding environment for all hub occupants! If you are enthusiastic, detail‑oriented, and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

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