Facilities & Operations Coordinator – Defence

Serco Limited; Shandon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco Limited is seeking a Facilities Co-Ordinator to support the Great Harbour facility in Greenock. You will help maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment, coordinating maintenance, vendor relations, and waste management.

The role requires experience in facilities operations, strong organisation, and effective communication with internal teams and contractors. A UK driver’s license and safety qualifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management, estates, maintenance or similar operational support.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise and keep records.
• Confident communicator with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders.
• Experience in warehouse environments, stock control and material handling.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Relevant safety qualifications are desirable (IOSH/NEBOSH).

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation of Great Harbour facility, ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient environment and audit-ready asset records.
• Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance, including issuing purchase orders and tracking projects to completion.
• Act as the primary contact for the landlord, maintaining relationships and coordinating estate-related activities.
• Coordinate with contractors and service providers to ensure works are completed safely and in line with site requirements.
• Support the management of planned and reactive maintenance activities, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, company policies, contractual obligations, and site procedures.
• Operate forklift trucks and undertake banksman and slinger duties as trained; assist with vessel support activities.
• Monitor waste management arrangements and coordinate waste collections and disposal, including site inspections and audits.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, efficiency, and service delivery.
• Support warehouse, stores, and operational activities, including material handling and site support duties.

Skills

Facilities management experience

Organisation & multitasking

Communication skills

Warehouse operations experience

Stock control & material handling

Education

IOSH Working Safely or equivalent

NEBOSH Certificate (Desirable)

Job description

Serco Limited is seeking a Facilities Co-Ordinator to support the Great Harbour facility in Greenock. You will help maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment, coordinating maintenance, vendor relations, and waste management.

The role requires experience in facilities operations, strong organisation, and effective communication with internal teams and contractors. A UK driver’s license and safety qualifications are advantageous.