Joules Property Maintenance Assistant

The Role

Step into the role of Property Maintenance Assistant.

Discover an exciting opportunity to take on an integral role here at Joules Head Office working within the Facilities team.

Working Pattern: This is a part time role based at ‘The Barn’ - Joules’ purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. The typical hours for this role are Mondays 7am to 3pm, Wednesday and Thursday 8am to 4pm and this is an onsite role. There will be the opportunity to undertake ad-hoc overtime up to 37.5 hours per week in line with business needs.

What You’ll Do

Are you a hands-on individual with a knack for fixing things and a commitment to keeping facilities in top shape?

• Responsible for a wide range of essential tasks to ensure our premises remain safe, functional, and well-maintained.
• Conduct regular inspections of buildings and grounds, reporting any safety, security, or maintenance concerns.
• Decorating, furniture assembly and general maintenance for the building.
• Carrying out minor repairs across electrical, plumbing, carpentry.
• Monitoring and liaising with contractors working on behalf of the Facilities Department.
• Lifting of heavy / bulky items, loading and unloading of vehicles.
• Transporting stock, deliveries and items to departments around the building and events.
• Asset management - managing inventory and exit route of samples and other company assets.
• Assisting with grounds maintenance and general upkeep of external areas.
• Assisting with deep cleaning and general upkeep of internal areas.
• Provide first aid and Fire Marshal assistance (training will be provided).
• Responsible for the careful handling and secure transportation of goods via a Long Wheel Base van, including pre-trip vehicle checks and accurate delivery documentation.
• Designated key holder and out of hours ‘on call’ contact for any security concerns or building issues across evenings and weekends.

What You’ll Bring

To really shine within the role of Property Maintenance Assistant you must be able to work flexibly and at pace with an eye for detail. From a technical and operational perspective, it would also be advantageous if you have:

• Hands-on, multi-trade experience with a strong background in building maintenance and a customer-focused attitude.
• Proven experience in a similar facilities maintenance role, ideally in an office environment.
• A trade qualification - plumbing, electrical and/or carpentry.
• A good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the Google Suite would be desirable.
• Take pride in your work and have a keen eye for detail.
• A full, UK driving license is essential.
• The successful candidate will need to be physically capable of undertaking tasks such as manual handling, operating power tools and working at heights.

Your Application

Due to the high volume of applications received for our roles, please note that applications not accompanied by a relevant cover letter are unlikely to be progressed. Please review the following Joules Cover Letter advice to support your application.

Sponsorship

In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not, therefore, be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship.

We encourage early applications for our roles, as our recruitment process begins as soon as the role is advertised. If we successfully fill the position, this advert may close earlier than planned.

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