Vacancy: Facilities Assistant

About the Company

Working with businesses across the UK, WEEE Scotland helps customers to extend the life of their electrical equipment and machinery, and dispose of redundant electronics in a safe, sustainable and compliant way.

Job Description and Key Responsibilities

As Facilities Assistant you will ensure all areas of the premises are presentable, well maintained and secure to ensure a functional and safe working environment for staff, contractors and visitors. Your key responsibilities will include: • Performance of preventative maintenance tasks • Performance of reactive maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, unclogging drains and minor repairs • Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the Operations Managers and H&S Coordinator where appropriate • Waste management tasks, adhering to materials segregation for recycling and ensuring high housekeeping and environmental standards • Conduct scheduled and ad hoc cleaning including response to spillages etc. • Carry out cleaning of equipment, machinery and vehicles when required • Carry out heavy cleansing tasks and special projects • Assist with inventory management of cleaning and maintenance supplies • Ensure all cleaning and maintenance equipment, such as floor cleaners, is properly maintained and stored • Litter picking, sweeping and tidying of indoor and outdoor areas • Basic gardening tasks e.g. weeding, spraying and planting • Refill supplies in bathrooms, break rooms, kitchen and reception • Key holder, responsible for conducting end of day security checks • Follow all safety protocols and guidelines • Any other duties commensurate with the nature of the role

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

Essential: • Integrity and ability to work independently • Previous work experience as a facilities assistant, janitor, cleaner, or similar role • Ability to handle heavy equipment and machinery • Ability to walk, bend, push, pull and lift repetitively during working hours • Excellent attention to detail and high standards of cleaning and general housekeeping • Self-motivated and resilient, with a strong work ethic Desirable: • Previous experience in a similar role • Familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets • Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies • Full driving license

Education, Qualifications and Training

Qualifications or training related to Manual Handling, Health and Safety, General Maintenance and Cleaning would be beneficial but not essential.