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Facilities Assistant
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
Hours
20.0 Hours per Week – Rotating shift pattern including occasional Saturdays.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Facilities Assistant to join our Porters’ Team. This position will be based at The Depot on Moat Lane (near Solihull town centre), however, you will also support other sites across the Solihull borough as required.
You will be responsible for providing a high-quality facilities/porter’s service for the benefit of staff and customers.
Responsibilities
- Opening and closing of buildings at designated times.
- Stock control and replenishing of goods
- Routine Maintenance
- Basic Health & Safety inspections and security patrols.
Requirements
You will have basic numeracy and literacy skills and be able to:
- Communicate with people at all levels
- Physically carry out routine maintenance repairs and office moves
- Work on a rotating shift pattern predominantly Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays
- Travel to other sites across the borough if required
Benefits
In return, we offer an opportunity to work within a friendly environment and support Council premises and our hybrid working approach.
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We also offer:
- A range of flexible working options
- Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10-days additional leave per year
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24 hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service
- Family and carer friendly policies
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
How to Apply
To apply, please click on the link below. If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact John Evan Jones on 0121 704 6367 or Karen Jerome on 07827 936770.
Closing Date – 16 August 2026.
Please note we reserve the right to close the advertisement early and as such, early applications are recommended.
Please note, previous applicants need not apply.
Interview Date – 27 August 2026
Further Information
This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.
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Please note: As part of our compliance and safer recruitment requirements, references will be sought for all successful candidates following interview. A reference must be provided by the candidate’s current or most recent employer or training provider. Where this does not cover the last three years, an additional reference will be required from the candidate’s next most recent employer or training provider. Posts subject to statutory regulation may require additional scrutiny. Personal/character references will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances.
Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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Facilities Assistant - JDPS.pdf
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