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Facilities Assistant


Job Location:

Eastbourne - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 19 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 16 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

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Are you ready to be part of a modern innovative and customer-focused Facilities Management team We are looking for a Facilities Assistant to support the delivery of Facilities Management services at one of our corporate hubs in Eastbourne.
In this exciting and varied role you will act as the first point of contact for Facilities Management enquiries within a fast-paced supportive team. This front-of-house customer-facing position involves providing a professional welcome to staff visitors and contractors helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the building. No two days will be the same.

This varied and hands on role will involve supporting the day to day running of the site helping to ensure a safe secure and well maintained working environment for staff and visitors. Responsibilities will include carrying out routine premises inspections reporting maintenance issues liaising with contractors providing reception cover when needed and assisting with deliveries and post.

The role will also involve undertaking basic handyperson duties including minor repairs furniture moves and office moves supporting wider Facilities colleagues and occasionally working at other corporate hub locations when required. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their experience within Facilities Management offering a broad range of responsibilities and exposure to different aspects of site operations and customer service.


We are looking for candidates who:
  • Has security Industry Authority (SIA) licence or willingness to undertake and obtain

  • Is a team player

  • Has communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to customer care

  • Has IT skills and the ability to use spreadsheets

  • Has the ability to meet the travelling requirements of the role

To apply for this role please follow the Apply Now button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience education or personal interests.

For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply pageand our statement on the use of AI.

Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. Interviews will be taking place within 14 days of the closure of the advert depending on the number of applicants. If you are unavailable on these dates let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status pagefor details.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training.
To request a MS teams call or phone call for an informal discussion about this opportunity contact:

Amanda Lee
Facilities Manager

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Required Experience:

Junior IC


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Additional Information Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For fur ... View more

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