Facilities Technician

An opportunity has arisen for a Facilities Technician to work as a part of the Facilities Management Team at Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, based in the Town Hall.

We take pride in ensuring our environment is a safe, organised and well maintained place to work, and we are looking to recruit someone who will assist us in ensuring this continues. The ideal candidate will be hard working, self-motivated, enjoys a challenge, has initiative, and excellent customer service skills to maintain good working relationships with multiple stakeholders. 

This role has three distinct responsibilities. Firstly, as part of the team responsible for ensuring all statutory compliance tasks are met across operational buildings.

Secondly, this role has the responsibility for the daily running of the Town Hall, including health and safety, postal duties, catering, waste management and security.

Lastly, the team are responsible for all repair work within the Civic Buildings and the wider Property Services Portfolio, undertaking minor repairs in house where possible and organising other works for term contractors.

You will be working on a rotational basis Monday to Friday covering four shifts; 7:30-15:30, 8:00 -16:00; 09:00-17:00; 10:00-18:00; 14:00 – 22:00. On occasion there will be need to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the service.

Benefits

• 22 Days Annual Leave increasing to 27 after 5 years’ continuous service, plus bank holidays and statutory days at Christmas.
• Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Career development and training opportunities
• Access to eye care vouchers and VDU Glasses
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to EAP Services 24/7

For a detailed list of responsibilities and person criteria please see the Job Description and Person Specification below.

For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact Neil Sutcliffe, Compliance & Facilities Manager, on 01892 554454.