Maintenance Assistant

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Torpoint; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Assistant in Torpoint, UK. The ideal candidate will undertake maintenance tasks, maintain high standards of facility management, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. You will ensure compliance with health and safety standards while supporting various operations within the organization. This full-time role expects adaptability and reliability, making it perfect for motivated individuals looking to develop their careers in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be adaptable and embrace changing priorities.
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability.
• Take initiative and make decisions that benefit customers.

Responsibilities

• Undertake minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Ensure the exterior of the site is tidy and well-maintained.
• Comply with Health & Safety regulations.
• Assist the facilities team with contractor processes.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar role

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of health and safety

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Maintenance Assistant to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 37 hours per week.

As a Maintenance Assistant, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of facility management with the wider facilities team. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Shift Pattern

• Mon:
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Undertaking minor repairs and maintenance tasks
• Responsible for ensuring the exterior of the site is in a clean, tidy and reasonable state of repair, inclusive of general external maintenance tasks.
• Assisting the facilities team with the control of contractor's process, inclusive of ensuring contractors are signed in correctly, and signed out, and that everyone is adhering to site policies and rules
• Responsible for opening and/or closing the building where required
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Maintain good customer service and supplier relations whilst carrying out a large variety of tasks such as de icing of roadways, carrying out minor repairs to equipment such as washing machines, PAT testing, key cutting, ladder inspections - training and uniform are provided.

Must have a knowledge of health and safety and be willing to challenge and report any issues.

Our Ideal Maintenance Assistant Will

• Have previous experience within a similar role
• Be adaptable and easily embrace changing priorities
• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK& Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/0302/95576001/52788576/BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!