Property Assistant

Biological Consulting Europe Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a proactive Property Operations Assistant to support their busy Property Department. This role involves ensuring the smooth operation and security of historic properties through daily checks, maintenance inspections, and compliance tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, showcasing strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with a team. If you're ready to contribute to sustainability initiatives and make a difference in property management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

42 days holiday

Sick pay after 6 months

35 hour work week

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities, property operations, or building maintenance.
• Willingness to obtain health & safety qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily security checks and perform health & safety compliance checks.
• Assist with planned maintenance and liaise with contractors.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

Basic Health & Safety Qualification (e.g., IOSH Working Safely)

Tools

Property Management Software

Job description

Property Operations Assistant - Edinburgh - £23,400 plus excellent benefits package (42 days holiday!!)

Full-time, Rotational Shift Pattern (7-day coverage)

Salary & Benefits:

• £23,400
• Holidays 33 days plus 9 bank holidays (42 holidays in total)
• 35 hour week
• Sick pay after 6 months service

We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Property Operations Assistant to joina busy Property Department. Supporting the estate seven days a week on a rotating schedule, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the smooth running, security, and compliance of our historic and operational properties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Opening/closing the properties and conducting daily security checks
  
  
• Performing health & safety compliance checks and reporting concerns
  
  
• Conducting routine maintenance inspections and carrying out minor repairs
  
  
• Assisting with planned preventative maintenance and liaising with contractors
  
  
• Logging and tracking tasks using property management software
  
  
• Providing porterage support and helping with College ceremonial events
  
  
• Maintaining exterior spaces through routine grounds work
  
  
• Supporting sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency efforts
  
  

To be considered:

• Experience in facilities, property operations, or building maintenance
  
  
• Basic health & safety qualification (e.g., IOSH Working Safely) or willingness to obtain
  
  
• Comfortable with physical work including working at height and manual handling
  
  
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
  
  
• Ability to use property management systems