Facilities & Maintenance Assistant LTN

Signature Aviation Limited; Luton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading aviation company as a Facilities & Maintenance Assistant in Luton. You will oversee maintenance tasks and ensure the facility's upkeep, manage stock, and support safety inspections. This role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a focus on customer service. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for development.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Defined Contribution Company Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Healthcare Cash Plan

Employee Perks platform

Free on-site parking

Full uniform provided

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Global Development Scheme Opportunities

Volunteering / Charity Days

Qualifications

• Basic DIY skills and understanding of maintenance procedures required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine maintenance tasks and conduct minor repairs.
• Manage stock ordering, inventory checks, and handle deliveries.
• Conduct regular safety inspections as directed by management.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Communication

Organisation

Multi-tasking

Education

Five-year checkable employment history

Job description

Facilities & Maintenance Assistant - Signature Aviation, Luton FBO

Full-time contract

Who we are:

With more than 225 locations worldwide, Signature Aviation is the largest global network of private aviation terminals, delivering safe, convenient, and elevated experiences to those we serve. As a premier hospitality organisation and a certified Great Place to Work, we are committed to redefining private air travel.

Our nearly 6,000-strong team of aviation experts and enthusiasts is dedicated to delivering excellence to our guests and communities, and it starts with taking care of our team. Signature provides a variety of benefits, programmes, and resources to support our team members’ overall well-being and professional development. We proudly volunteer and give back, focusing on elevating the communities where we operate and empowering the next generation of aviation professionals.

Your new role:

As a Facilities & Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for overseeing routine maintenance tasks and conducting minor repairs to ensure that all equipment and facilities remain in good working order. You will play a key role in maintaining the upkeep of communal areas and carrying out cleaning duties across the wider facility.

Your responsibilities will also include waste management and performing basic gardening duties to keep the grounds tidy and presentable. Additionally, you will manage stock ordering and inventory checks, handle deliveries and goods inwards, and distribute stock to various departments throughout the facility.

The role also involves contractor liaison and escorting duties. You will ensure that the facility complies with health and safety regulations by conducting regular safety inspections as directed by your management team.

As part of your training, you will be instructed in wing walking and hangar door operations to assist the Flightline. You will often be the first point of contact for tenants and will support the wider facilities team in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the FBO.

About you:

The successful candidate will require basic DIY skills and in-depth understanding of maintenance procedures and problem-solving skills for addressing safety and maintenance concerns. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for giving instructions to contractors.

Successful candidate is required to demonstrate strong customer service skills, organisation multi-tasking and scheduling skills.

You will have a checkable fiver-year employment history and a full and clean driving licence.

What We Offer:

Our people are extremely important to us, so we offer a benefits package designed to motive and reward you, whilst considering your overall wellbeing and all-important work/life integration.

• Enhanced holiday entitlement

• Defined Contribution Company Pension Scheme, with matched contribution up to 7.5%

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 help, guidance and support including access to free face-to-face counselling

• Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)

• Access to an Employee Perks platform (shopping discounts)

• Free on-site parking (no bus)!

• Full uniform provided

• Full access to LinkedIn Learning and ongoing Training & Development Opportunities

• Global Development Scheme Opportunities

• Mentorship schemes

• Recognition programme - performance, going above and beyond, service

• Employee of the Month, Quarter & Year awards

• Volunteering / Charity Days

• Regular social events

• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave Policies

Interested?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with Signature Aviation, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your application to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

To apply, simply submit your updated CV outlining your qualifications and experience.

Due to the high volume of applications, we regret to inform you that we may not be able to respond to everyone individually. If you do not hear back from us, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.