Facilities Operatives

HIJOBS; Fort William; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Fort William is seeking two Facilities Operatives to provide facility maintenance support. The ideal candidates will hold a full driving licence and have experience in building maintenance and facilities services. Strong communication and customer-focused skills are essential. The role offers a part-time position split over 45 hours, benefits like generous annual leave, pension scheme, and employee support programmes.

Benefits

45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)

Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)

10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland

Occupational sick pay scheme

Family friendly leave provisions

Qualifications

• Full driving licence; travel to other centres required.
• Friendly and flexible approach to work.
• First Aid certificate and Fire Warden experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient facility maintenance support.
• Ensure security and appearance of buildings.
• Maintain building systems at optimum efficiency.

Skills

Experience in routine building maintenance

Basic IT skills

Effective communication

Customer-focused approach

Job description

We are seeking 2 Facilities Operatives to be based at our Fort William campus.

Responsibilities

The post holders will be responsible for providing efficient and effective facility maintenance support to the College, ensuring the security and general appearance of the buildings and surrounding areas are maintained in accordance with the required standards and that building systems operate at optimum efficiency.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

The successful candidates will hold a full driving licence (occasional travel to other centres will be required) and have experience of carrying out routine building maintenance activities and facilities services provision. Basic IT skills, the ability to communicate efficiently at all levels, and a friendly, customer focussed and flexible approach to work are all essential in this role. A First Aid certificate and Fire Warden experience is desirable.

A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application.

Working Hours

45 hours, split over 2 part-time positions, Permanent

Benefits of working for us

• 45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
• 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
• Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
• Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme