FACILITIES ASSISTANT
NORTHAMPTON, GRANGE PARK - NN4
MONDAY TO FRIDAY SHIFTS
08:00-16:30
PAY RATE: 13.30
FULL TRAINING PROVIDED
TEMP TO PERM ROLE!
Omnia Resourcing are proud to be working in partnership with one of the UK's leading logistics and distribution companies based in Northampton, NN4, who are looking for Returns Processor to join their team!
Your responsibilities as Facilities Assistant
Hard Facilities Management
Support the management of all hard FM services, including:
Electrical systems
HVAC and air conditioning
Fire detection and suppression systems
Building fabric and infrastructure
Plumbing and drainage
Mechanical plant and equipment
Security systems and access control
Utilities and energy management
Work placed inspections
Maintenance
Coordinate Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules.
Ensure reactive maintenance issues are logged, tracked and completed promptly.
Maintain the facilities maintenance planner and asset register.
Support statutory inspections and maintain compliance documentation.
Assist with facilities improvement projects and minor capital works.
Identify recurring issues and recommend permanent solutions.
Soft Facilities Management
Coordinate the delivery of all soft FM services including:
Site security (managed by an external security provider)
Cleaning services (managed by an external cleaning contractor)
Waste management
Pest control
Grounds maintenance (where applicable)
Responsibilities include:
Act as the primary day-to-day contact for soft FM contractors.
Monitor contractor performance against agreed service levels.
Carry out regular inspections of cleaning standards and security performance.
Raise and follow up corrective actions where standards are not achieved.
Support investigations into security or facilities-related incidents.
Ensure contractor attendance and service records are maintained.
Contractor Management
Coordinate external contractors working on site.
Issue and manage permits to work.
Ensure safe systems of work are followed.
Verify contractor RAMS before work begins.
Monitor contractor performance against KPIs and SLAs.
Support contract reviews and identify improvement opportunities.
Compliance
Support compliance with statutory building inspections.
Maintain facilities compliance documentation.
Assist with audits and corrective action plans.
Support emergency preparedness and business continuity activities.
Ensure facilities activities comply with company Health & Safety procedures.
Administration
Raise purchase orders where required.
Obtain quotations from suppliers.
Maintain facilities records and documentation.
Update asset registers.
Produce weekly and monthly facilities reports.
Monitor facilities expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Essential Requirements
Previous experience within Facilities Management.
Good understanding of building services and maintenance.
Experience coordinating contractors.
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.
Good organisational skills.
Ability to prioritise workload.
Competent using Microsoft Office.
Desirable
Experience within logistics, warehousing or manufacturing.
IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent.
Experience using a CMMS or maintenance management system.
Knowledge of statutory compliance requirements.
Experience managing cleaning or security contracts.
Energy management or sustainability experience.
Key Competencies
Excellent communication skills
Contractor management
Organisation and planning
Attention to detail
Customer focused
Problem solving
Time management
Ability to work independently
Team player
Continuous improvement mindset
Benefits of working for Omnia Resourcing as a Facilities Assistant:
- Onsite incentives and prizes for star performers.
- Mortgage references.
- Career development opportunities.
Apply online today !
Call our Northampton branch on (phone number removed) for more information.
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