Facilitites Assistant

  • Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
  • 13/06/2026
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Building Control Officer to join our National Highways Account in the National Highways Regional Control Centre. The role will be based at Newton-le-Willows WA12 0DS and is a site-based position.

Salary: £14.12 per hour. Working hours: 42 hours per week, Monday to Sunday on a 4 days on / 4 days off rota, day shift 07:00 - 19:00 or night shift 19:00 - 07:00.

What you will do
  • Perform administrative functions using all Microsoft Office programmes.
  • Communicate with suppliers via email and telephone.
  • Conduct daily site checks and log action findings.
  • Prepare and process site paperwork for attending engineers/operatives to undertake predictive and preventive maintenance (PPMs) and reactive works.
  • Implement first line response to reactive events such as fire alarm activation, power outages, and emergency maintenance callouts.
  • Ensure premises health and safety and COSHH compliance are upheld.
  • React and execute general repairs and maintenance duties when required.
  • Maintain the building and grounds, including sweeping, cleaning, waste management, stocking tea stations and toilet facilities, monitoring stationery levels, and winter gritting.
What you will bring
  • Strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and efficient filing and record-keeping.
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Verbal, written, and telephone communication competency with a teamwork mindset.
  • Good understanding of health and safety and COSHH requirements within a building environment.
  • Customer relationship skills and the ability to undertake basic building maintenance, handyman, security, or janitorial duties.

Required skills and experience: BPSS security clearance and a willingness to develop additional skills where necessary.

Benefits
  • Competitive hourly rate with potential for yearly review.
  • 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase additional days.
  • Generous pension scheme with contributions from Amey.
  • Flexible benefits options including insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme, and access to discounted gym memberships.
  • Exclusive discounts through our online portal with leading retailers, healthcare services, and more.
  • Two social impact days each year for volunteering and fundraising.
  • Family friendly policies for new parents and individuals providing care.
  • Affiliation with Amey's Affinity Networks to support diverse communities.
Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

As a disability confident leader, we guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.