Community Facilities Assistant - Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom - North Somerset Council

North Somerset Council
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Facilities Assistant to join our Facilities Team
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About the role
You will join an existing Facilities Services team and report directly to a facilities team leader. The position is based at The Campus in Weston-super-Mare.

The site also includes Herons' Moor Academy, Baytree School, Locking Castle Children's Centre as well as leisure and library facilities.

The post may also require providing facilities support to other North Somerset Council sites on occasion.

This is a permanent 30 hours a week position, with a three-week rolling rota.

Working as part of a team, your hours will be worked on a shift basis to include regular evenings and weekends.

The successful applicant will be part of a fast-paced team, dedicated to the delivery of high-quality services to all of our customers.


Applicants must hold a full UK driving license as you will be required to use a fleet vehicle on occasion.

Key responsibilities will include the following activities:

  • _Ensuring correct disposal of waste in compliance with NSC guidelines and in line with the ISO14001 environmental standard. Duties include separation of general recycling materials such as plastic and cardboard and safe disposal of hazardous waste such as yellow bag waste._
- _Undertaking of regular building checks and planned maintenance such as daily plant room inspections, weekly fire alarm testing and monthly fire extinguisher audits._
- _First line maintenance to include activities such as lamp replacements, unblocking toilets, putting up noticeboards and assembling furniture._
- _Reporting of building faults via our Facilities Helpdesk and following up on tasks logged to ensure works have been completed in a timely manner._
- _The successful applicant must be customer focused and have a proactive, flexible approach to all aspects of work. A positive and professional attitude is essential to ensure duties are carried out to the highest standards and in line with the Campus partners expectations._
- _Carry out site safety checks and undertake porterage duties._
- _Ensure all external contractors used are appropriately vetted and approved via Campus policies ahead of any works commencing. Induct all contractors who come to site, provide clear instructions, issue permits as required and supply blue Hi-Vis vests as required._

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About you
You must have previous customer service experience and strong communication skills. Basic knowledge of Health and Safety in the workplace is also essential with first-hand experience of safe manual handling. Previous experience of building maintenance and general repairs would be desirable but is not essential.


Qualifications:
A minimum of 3 GCSE's or the equivalent.


Work related experience:
Experience of working in a similar environment or directly within schools or community buildings. Experience in building maintenance or DIY would be desirable but not essential.


Personal skills:
Must have excellent people skills and be able to work in a team or independently as needed. Able to interface with a range of personnel from community at various levels including children, adults and professionals.


Special working conditions:
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel. Must be prepared to work evenings and weekends.


Why North Somerset Council?
We understand working for a local authority is more than just a job. We want to ensure our employees remain passionate about what they do and enjoys their time at North Somerset.

Whether that means you want training and development opportunities or a flexible working arrangement to fit around family commitments, we will work with you to ensure you are getting the best out of your employment.


Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance with the option to purchase up to an additional 10 days per year.

Further details can be found in the attached booklet.


Want to know more and apply?
For an informal discussion, please contact
John Cunningham, Facility Services Manager, on


Anticipated interview date:
Thursday 18 April 2024.

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.

We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant.

We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers t
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