Facilities Assistant

Job Title: Facilities Assistant Temp Seasonal Work
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £12.18 per hour

Job Summary:
The Facilities Assistant is responsible for ensuring that all designated areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and attractive condition, contributing to the success of the market and supporting the town centre. This role involves working both independently and as part of a team to provide essential services and uphold high standards of maintenance and customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance & Cleanliness

  • Ensure all areas are clean, safe, and appealing to support market and town centre objectives.
  • Separate recyclable materials from waste streams, operate waste compactors, and keep refuse areas clean, safe, and well-maintained.

• Collaboration & Teamwork

  • Foster strong working relationships with traders, tenants, and lessees.
  • Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver essential services.

• Premises & Equipment Management

  • Assist with locking and unlocking premises.
  • Erect and dismantle temporary stalls or other equipment, ensuring it is safely stored and maintained at the end of trading days or events.
  • Maintain equipment in good working order, conduct minor maintenance tasks, and ensure safe operation of all issued tools.

• Customer Service & Public Interaction

  • Deliver excellent customer service by responding positively and professionally to public inquiries, minor service requests, and queries from traders or businesses.
  • Share information about events and activities and help maintain a visible Council presence within the market area.

Qualifications & Skills Required:

• Previous experience in a facilities or maintenance role is desirable.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to develop positive relationships with market stakeholders.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks with precision and attention to detail.
• Good communication and customer service skills, with a proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Capable of working independently and taking initiative when necessary.

The shift is 4 days per week:

Tuesday 7am to 6pm, Wednesday 7am to 1pm, Friday 7am to 6pm, Saturday 7am to 6pm.

For more information on the role please contact Faye Tune on 01709 820102 or send your CV to f.tune@multitaskpersonnel.co.uk