Facilities Assistant / Caretaker

Job description

Solihull (Chelmsley Wood, B37) £13.05 per hour PAYE Full\-Time \| 37 Hours per Week \| Temporary \(46 Weeks with Potential to Become Permanent\)

Lynx Employment Services are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Facilities Assistant / Caretaker to support the day-to-day operation of multiple public buildings.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with facilities, caretaking, porter or security experience looking to join a professional facilities team, with the possibility of a permanent position for the right candidate.

### The Role

You'll be responsible for:

• Opening and closing multiple council buildings.
• Carrying out routine building patrols.
• Undertaking workplace health and safety inspections.
• Identifying hazards, risks and security issues.
• Reporting maintenance issues and raising repair requests.
• Supporting the wider Facilities Team with day-to-day operations.
• Assisting during emergency call-outs on a rota basis (every three weeks).

### Shift Pattern

Monday to Friday (rotating shifts)

7:30am 3:00pm 11:30am 7:00pm

(30-minute unpaid lunch break)
Emergency call-out rota every three weeks:

Minimum three hours paid if called out. No standby payment.

### We're Looking For

Previous experience in facilities, caretaking, porter or security roles. Experience working in schools, public buildings, shopping centres or similar environments. Good awareness of health and safety. Ability to work independently and use your own initiative. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle (up to six penalty points accepted).

### What's on Offer

£13.05 per hour PAYE. Monday to Friday working. 46 week initial contract with review. Opportunity to be considered for a permanent position. Full training provided.

If you're a reliable and proactive Facilities Assistant or Caretaker looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by sending your CV to Lynx Employment Services.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Solihull

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£25,437 Per Month

Published at

03-07-2026

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English