Premises Assistant – Dartford, Kent

Marchant Recruitment; Dartford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a reliable Premises Assistant to help maintain buildings, facilities and grounds on a busy site in Dartford, Kent. The role suits a practical individual with experience in maintenance or facilities operations who keeps premises safe and operational.

You will perform routine checks, assist with minor repairs, safety checks and general site duties, contributing to the smooth running of the premises. A hands-on approach, attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in premises support, caretaking or maintenance.
• Practical DIY and repair skills.
• Ability to use basic hand tools safely.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable and punctual approach to work.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically capable of carrying out practical duties, with reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and surrounding areas for maintenance issues.
• Assist with minor repairs and general upkeep.
• Report faults, damage and safety concerns.
• Maintain tidy entrances, corridors and communal spaces.
• Check fixtures, fittings, doors and windows.
• Assist with moving furniture and equipment.
• Support the safe storage of tools and materials.
• Help monitor site cleanliness and presentation.
• Assist with deliveries and stock movement.
• Support contractors and maintenance personnel when required.
• Identify hazards and report them promptly.
• Follow site safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Assist with setting up rooms and workspaces.
• Help ensure facilities remain accessible and functional.
• Complete assigned tasks within agreed timeframes.

Skills

Health & safety awareness

DIY skills

Attention to detail

Reliability & punctuality

Teamwork & communication

Follow instructions

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Our client is seeking a reliable and hands-on Premises Assistant to help maintain the buildings, facilities and grounds of a busy site in Dartford, Kent. This role would suit a practical individual with experience in general maintenance, site support or facilities operations who takes pride in keeping premises safe, tidy and operational.

The successful candidate will assist with routine maintenance, basic repairs, safety checks and general site duties. Applicants with experience in school premises, commercial buildings or property maintenance will be well suited to this opportunity.

Position Highlights

• Premises Assistant position.
• Practical maintenance and site support duties.
• Involvement in the upkeep of buildings and surrounding areas.
• Opportunity to develop facilities and maintenance experience.
• Suitable for candidates with hands-on practical skills.

Role Overview

As Premises Assistant, you will support the daily upkeep of the site by carrying out routine checks, assisting with minor repairs and ensuring facilities remain clean, safe and functional. You will help identify defects, report maintenance concerns and assist with tasks that contribute to the smooth running of the premises.

The role requires a proactive approach, attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You should be comfortable undertaking physical tasks and following established health and safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and surrounding areas for maintenance issues.
• Assist with minor repairs and general upkeep.
• Report faults, damage and safety concerns.
• Maintain tidy entrances, corridors and communal spaces.
• Check fixtures, fittings, doors and windows.
• Assist with moving furniture and equipment.
• Support the safe storage of tools and materials.
• Help monitor site cleanliness and presentation.
• Assist with deliveries and stock movement.
• Support contractors and maintenance personnel when required.
• Identify hazards and report them promptly.
• Follow site safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Assist with setting up rooms and workspaces.
• Help ensure facilities remain accessible and functional.
• Complete assigned tasks within agreed timeframes.

About the Site

The client requires a dependable Premises Assistant to help maintain a safe and well-organised environment. The successful candidate will support the wider team by ensuring that maintenance issues are identified and routine tasks are completed efficiently.

Experience and Skills

• Previous experience in premises support, caretaking or maintenance is desirable.
• Practical DIY and repair skills.
• Ability to use basic hand tools safely.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable and punctual approach to work.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically capable of carrying out practical duties, with reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.
• The right to work in the UK.