Facilities Operative

Role - Facilities OperativeLocation- Cradley HeathSalary- £32k + Company Van + Discretionary bonusYour role as a Facilities Operative/Facilities Coordinator:We are seeking a Facilities Operative to be based from our clients Cradley Heath office. You will be responsible for managing subcontractors to ensure all preventative and reactive maintenance is completed to a high standard.To be successful in your application, you must have a clean driving license and a clear criminal background check.Your duties and responsibilities as a Facilities Operative:

• Open the Cradley Heath office each morning at 7:45am ensuring all facilities are ready for use.
• Arrange repairs, services (e.g. boiler maintenance), and manage general upkeep of the office.
• Perform office tasks as required such as post handling, shredding, and maintaining cleaning and office supplies.
• Transport post and supplies between our office locations and assist with maintenance at the other offices as needed and deliver documents and items for various departments within the surrounding area
• Assist with the setup and rearrangement of office spaces, including moving heavy office furniture and equipment as needed.
• Manage office security (e.g. liaise regarding alarms, CCTV and fire protection system, assign keys and security fobs to staff members).
• Conduct weekly property checks, ensuring they are secure and addressing any issues.
• Coordinate with estate agents, auctioneers, and house clearance companies for property valuations.
• Arrange tradespeople for property maintenance (e.g., plumbing, heating).
• Manage key cutting and locksmith services when necessary.
• Deliver items to auctioneers for valuation and assist fee earners with property visits.
• Hand deliver urgent documents to clients when required.

To be successful in your role, you should have the following skills and experience:

• A full clean valid driving license is essential.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with contractors and service providers.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly, including occasional evening and weekend work.
• Basic IT skills, the ability to use Outlook, Word and Excel

If you would like to discuss this role further please contact Jade Whitmore on /

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