Facilities & Maintenance Technician

Impact Arts And; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Impact Arts seeks a Facilities and Maintenance Technician to maintain premises, support with equipment delivery, and assist with events across sites in Scotland. The role requires hands-on maintenance, health and safety compliance, and basic electrical/plumbing skills. A valid driving licence and ability to work 22.5 hours per week are essential.

The position is a fixed-term, 1-year contract based at The Boardwalk in Glasgow, with occasional travel to other venues as needed.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in building maintenance or equivalent.
• Full Driving Licence.
• Experience of Health and Safety requirements.
• DIY and painting/decorating skills.
• Certificate in First Aid, Health and Safety or Manual Handling.
• Basic electrical/plumbing skills.
• Educated to SCQF Level 3, HNC desirable.

Responsibilities

• To ensure premises are maintained in an effective and timely manner.
• To support delivery of equipment and materials across sites and to participants remotely.
• To support creative project activity regarding material supplies, exhibition and event preparation.
• To uphold health & safety processes & procedures across premises.
• To co-ordinate quotes and oversee external contractors on site.
• To arrange regular maintenance of equipment and internal systems.

Skills

Building maintenance

Health and safety

DIY & painting

Basic electrical/plumbing

Driver's licence

Problem solving

Education

SCQF Level 3

HNC desirable

Full driving licence

Tools

IT skills (Word/Excel)

General hand tools

Job description

• We're Hiring: Facilities & Maintenance Technician

We’re Hiring: Facilities & Maintenance Technician

Thu 20th August 2026

Job Title: Facilities and Maintenance Technician

Salary: £26,240 per annum (£15,744 pro rata for 22.5 hours per week)

Location: The Boardwalk, 105 Brunswick Street, Glasgow, G1 1TF

Travel: You may occasionally be required to visit Impact Arts’ other venues in Edinburgh & Lothians, Scottish Borders, North Lanarkshire, Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire

Reporting to: Facilities & Infrastructure Manager

Working hours: 22.5 hours per week over 3 days between the hours of 8am – 4pm

Duration of Contract: Fixed term contract for 1 year initially

Interview dates: 17th or 18th September 2026

• To ensure that Impact Arts’ premises are maintained in an effective and timely manner.
• To ensure that all Impact Arts’ assets are maintained and stored safely.
• To support with delivery of equipment and materials across all our sites and to participants where delivery is conducted remotely.
• To support creative project activity regarding material supplies, exhibition and event preparation.
• To uphold health & safety processes & procedures across all our premises.

Main Responsibilities

Building Maintenance:

• Ensuring day to day maintenance of our premises is carried out including routine/daily inspections and keeping a weekly Buildings Maintenance log to identify needs for repairs or renovations.
• Undertaking day to day maintenance, cleaning and repair jobs at our premises e.g. painting, DIY, repairs, basic cleaning and basic gardening maintenance
• Ensuring all premises are kept in an orderly, clean and tidy fashion
• Support the Events Team at The Boardwalk with any set up and strike needs when required
• Responsible for reactive and proactive premises upkeep, including operational issues with utilities, gas, electrical supply, waste disposal, recycling and external cleaning across all sites
• Co-ordinate the organising of quotes and overseeing and supporting external contractors while on site
• Arrange for regular maintenance of equipment and internal systems (e.g. heating system, alarms, fire extinguishers)
• Supporting Impact Arts with all office and workshop moves and relocations. Setting up new delivery venues as appropriate
• Responding appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise
• Responsible for equipment and materials pick-ups and deliveries to projects. This includes ordering materials, carrying out stock checks for materials and equipment and ensuring our asset tracker on our CRM is kept up to date.
• Deliveries of materials, equipment and IT equipment to staff and venues.
• Supporting the delivery team with the set up and clear out/take down of venues, exhibitions and showcase events
• Overseeing the return of project resources to ensure they are managed and stored in an effective manner

Vehicles:
Occasionally responsible for hiring & driving vans to assist with project showcases/ resource pick up

Health & Safety:

• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Supporting staff with risk assessments
• Ensuring that all work is carried out in compliance with existing Health and Safety policies and safe working practices
• Undertaking PAT testing on all electrical equipment
• Undertaking any other health and safety checks (e.g. fire alarm, fire evacuation procedures) as required

Assets:

• Using Impact Arts’ digital and customer relationship management systems and databases to effectively manage our assets
• Ensuring all materials and equipment storage is kept in an orderly manner

Organisational:

• To carry out any other duties appropriate to the post in line with Impact Arts needs
• To represent Impact Arts at events
• To support and promote Impact Arts’ Values
• To participate in training, meetings and events as required

Person Specification

Impact Arts is looking for people with the following qualities, experience, knowledge and competencies.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2 years’ experience working in building maintenance or equivalent
• Full Drivers Licence
• Experience of Health and Safety requirements
• DIY and painting/decorating skills
• Certificate in First Aid, Health and Safety or Manual Handling
• Basic electrical/plumbing skills
• Educated to at least Standard Grade (SCQF Level 3), although HNC in appropriate subject desirable

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Competent IT skills including word, excel and email
• Excellent manual dexterity and problem-solving skills

Personal Skills & Qualities

• Empathy and understanding of Impact Arts’ client group
• Energy and commitment
• Ability to plan ahead and manage priorities
• Approachable and able to develop good working relationships with staff at all levels
• Resilient when faced with a high workload and meet deadlines
• Ability to act on own initiative, problem solving as required

Impact Arts is a community arts charity based in Scotland. Since 1994, we’ve been delivering creative arts and support programmes for children, young people, adults, families, and older people who are facing disadvantages or barriers to progress in life. Our mission is to tackle inequalities, address poverty, and transform lives through art and creativity.

A company registered in Scotland, no SC225422.
A registered charity, no SC032430.

Good luck!