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Location: Saffron Walden Type: Permanent Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 35903 Our client based in Saffron Walden is seeking an adaptable and practical Office Facilities and Maintenance Assistant to help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of a busy office. This hands-on role is ideal for someone early in their career, semi-retired or simply someone who enjoys a varied, practical position. Responsibilities - Carry out minor repairs such as replacing bulbs, basic plumbing fixes or adjusting furniture - Monitor the overall condition of the office and escalate larger issues to external contractors - Conduct routine checks on office infrastructure including heating, cooling and plumbing systems - Maintain inventories of supplies and ensure stock is replenished - Oversee cleaning schedules and liaise with external cleaning teams - Assist with health and safety compliance and perform basic risk assessments - Ensure fire safety equipment is tested and maintained - Act as a first point of contact for safety or maintenance concerns - Work with suppliers, service providers and maintenance contractors - Source quotes, arrange repairs and coordinate service visits - Keep service contracts and associated invoices up to date - Receive, check and organise deliveries of equipment and supplies - Occasionally carry out local errands such as collecting supplies or delivering equipment - Support office moves, reconfigurations and refurbishments - Prepare workstations and equipment for new starters - Help maintain company vehicles, including organising servicing, insurance, fuel and routine upkeep Requirements Essential: - Practical, hands-on approach%3B some facilities or maintenance experience beneficial but not required - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks - Confident working independently and proactively identifying issues - Basic DIY skills (minor electrical, plumbing, furniture assembly, etc.) - Clear communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external contractors - Full UK driving licence - Comfortable with a varied role that may involve physical tasks Desirable: - Experience in a facilities, maintenance or operational role - Understanding of basic health and safety requirements - Knowledge of building systems (heating, plumbing, electrical) - Previous experience in a start-up or fast-paced environment - Ability to manage simple budgets - Basic IT competence (e.g., Microsoft Office) - Any relevant HandS or facilities training or certifications Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below