Facilities Support Officer
| Posting date: | 04 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,790 to £25,183 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 July 2025 |
| Location: | Halifax, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Calderdale Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CC467 |
Summary
Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.
The Corporate Asset and Facilities Management (CAFM) Service is responsible for the management and maintenance of the organisation’s large and complex estate (comprising 335 assets ranging from sports pavilions to Halifax’s iconic Town Hall).
We are seeking to appoint a Facility Support Operative who will be a key member of the team. The post holder will need practical and organisational skills to carry out and record building compliance checks, undertake minor repairs to buildings, carry out daily cleaning, and restocking of public conveniences across Calderdale MBC plus any other duties to help with the smooth running of our public conveniences.
You will need to be able to demonstrate a good awareness of health and safety requirements, an understanding of building compliance, building security and building hygiene issues.
A requirement of this role is the ability to carry out and record building compliance checks, along with the flexibility to work in a variety of locations, and you would need to hold a full driving licence. This post will require weekend working.
To discuss the post informally please contact Grayson Conroy 07714 922818
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS We have a range of workplace benefits available to all our employees.
Holiday Entitlement
27 days (32 after 5yrs service)
You will also be allowed time off to attend hospital appointments, internal interviews, and religious events.
Local Government Pension
You will automatically be enrolled into the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme. The scheme has many benefits including a career average pension and the option to take a tax-free lump sum on retirement. You can choose to opt-out, if you wish.
Employee Forums
Access to a number of peer forums, including BAME, LGBTQ+, Disability and the Employee Reference Group Health & Wellbeing We offer several initiatives to help improve general happiness and wellbeing of our employees. This includes but not limited mindfulness training, sleep, and stress sessions, running group, organised walks, counselling, eye tests, flu jabs and access to our excellent Occupational Health Service.
Learning & Development
We provide a corporate induction to new staff with regular support throughout the probationary period. You have access to a comprehensive learning and development programme designed to help you enhance your professional development and refresh your learning. You also have access to internal job and training opportunities. work from anywhere.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Closing Date: Sunday, 20th July 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday, 5th August 2025
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.
The Corporate Asset and Facilities Management (CAFM) Service is responsible for the management and maintenance of the organisation’s large and complex estate (comprising 335 assets ranging from sports pavilions to Halifax’s iconic Town Hall).
We are seeking to appoint a Facility Support Operative who will be a key member of the team. The post holder will need practical and organisational skills to carry out and record building compliance checks, undertake minor repairs to buildings, carry out daily cleaning, and restocking of public conveniences across Calderdale MBC plus any other duties to help with the smooth running of our public conveniences.
You will need to be able to demonstrate a good awareness of health and safety requirements, an understanding of building compliance, building security and building hygiene issues.
A requirement of this role is the ability to carry out and record building compliance checks, along with the flexibility to work in a variety of locations, and you would need to hold a full driving licence. This post will require weekend working.
To discuss the post informally please contact Grayson Conroy 07714 922818
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS We have a range of workplace benefits available to all our employees.
Holiday Entitlement
27 days (32 after 5yrs service)
You will also be allowed time off to attend hospital appointments, internal interviews, and religious events.
Local Government Pension
You will automatically be enrolled into the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme. The scheme has many benefits including a career average pension and the option to take a tax-free lump sum on retirement. You can choose to opt-out, if you wish.
Employee Forums
Access to a number of peer forums, including BAME, LGBTQ+, Disability and the Employee Reference Group Health & Wellbeing We offer several initiatives to help improve general happiness and wellbeing of our employees. This includes but not limited mindfulness training, sleep, and stress sessions, running group, organised walks, counselling, eye tests, flu jabs and access to our excellent Occupational Health Service.
Learning & Development
We provide a corporate induction to new staff with regular support throughout the probationary period. You have access to a comprehensive learning and development programme designed to help you enhance your professional development and refresh your learning. You also have access to internal job and training opportunities. work from anywhere.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Closing Date: Sunday, 20th July 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday, 5th August 2025
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.
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