Senior Facilities Assistant

Location Salisbury
Discipline: Business Support, Defence
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £40k (c)
Contact name: Liam McConnell

Contact email: liam@requireconsultancy.com
Job ref: JOB ID: 34469
Published: 2 days ago
Expiry date: 08 Aug 2025 23:59

About the role:

Are you ready to step into a pivotal role that supports the smooth operation of dynamic facilities across multiple sites? We are seeking a Senior Facilities Assistant to join a fast-paced and collaborative environment, where no two days are the same. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you’ll play a crucial part in delivering both hard and soft facilities services, while acting as a key point of contact across departments.

Key responsibilities and duties:

  • Be the go-to contact for all building, site, and facilities queries

  • Manage vehicle fleet logistics from MOTs to road tax to safety checks

  • Coordinate facilities maintenance, contractor visits, and refurbishment projects

  • Handle uniforms and PPE orders, ensuring teams are equipped and ready

  • Keep the office running smoothly: managing supplies, meeting rooms, kitchens, and first aid kits

  • Oversee consumables used in manufacturing and other operational areas

  • Support with event and lunch coordination

  • Help champion health and safety best practices across both sites

Key skills and experiences required:

Essential Skills:

  • Experience in administration and/or facilities support

  • Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills

  • Confident with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)

  • A hands-on, can-do attitude with the ability to work both independently and in a team

  • Great communicator written and verbal

  • Proactive, professional, and solutions-focused

  • Previous fleet management experience is advantageous

What makes this role so appealing?

  • Varied, hands-on role with real responsibility and influence

  • Opportunity to support projects and refurbishments that shape the working environment

  • Involvement with both office and operational facilities ideal for building wide-ranging experience

  • Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow and learn

  • Be part of a company delivering real-world impact in a secure and evolving industry

Ready to take the next step in your facilities career? If you're proactive, organised, and thrive in a fast-moving setting, this could be your perfect role. Apply today by contacting Liam today.