Location: Dorchester
Contract Type: Temporary
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday 08:00-16:00)
Salary: £13.47 per hour
About Us
Connect2Dorset is the managed service provider for Dorset Council, delivering high-quality temporary, contract, and interim staffing solutions. We pride ourselves on being an ethical, transparent, and people-focused organisation, committed to supporting both our clients and candidates.
About the Role
We are seeking a Facilities Officer to join Dorset Council's Facilities Management team based at County Hall, Dorchester. This temporary assignment has arisen to provide essential cover for a forecasted long-term absence within the team. The initial contract will be for 6 weeks, with the potential for extension depending on service requirements.
As a Facilities Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation, safety, security and compliance of Dorset Council's operational buildings. Working within a busy Facilities Management team, you will support a range of building services including health and safety checks, compliance testing, minor maintenance, office moves, mail distribution and access control management.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide facilities management support across Dorset Council operational buildings.
· Assist with the security and safety of council premises, including opening and locking buildings as part of a rota.
· Respond to out-of-hours calls and emergencies when required.
· Support emergency evacuation procedures, fire alarm testing, evacuation drills and legionella monitoring.
· Assist with health and safety inspections and statutory compliance checks.
· Manage the issue of staff ID badges and secure access systems.
· Support incoming and outgoing mail services across operational sites.
· Carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
· Assist with office relocations, furniture moves and meeting room set-ups.
· Act as a designated First Aider following training provided by Dorset Council.
Skills & Experience
· Previous experience within facilities management, caretaking, maintenance, estates, property services or a similar operational environment.
· Knowledge of health and safety procedures and building compliance requirements.
· Ability to undertake basic maintenance and repair work.
· Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload.
· Professional and courteous approach when dealing with colleagues, contractors and visitors.
· Excellent communication and customer service skills.
· A proactive and self-motivated approach to work.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates
Salary description
£13.47 - £13.47 per hour