Health, Safety & Facilities Assistant

Location: Birmingham

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 9:00am–5:00pm, Monday to Friday

Salary: £25,357 per annum

Contract: Initially 2 months, with potential for extension

About the Role

We are looking for a Health, Safety & Facilities Assistant to support the Health, Safety & Facilities Manager with health & safety, facilities, compliance and administration across the organisation.

This is a varied role suited to someone who is organised, proactive and confident working across health & safety and facilities. Training will be provided in health & safety and Lean systems.

This role is available to start as soon as possible, with interviews taking place quickly for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out regular health & safety, security and facilities audits.
• Complete fire alarm, fire door, fire extinguisher and emergency lighting checks.
• Monitor PPE, first aid equipment, safety stock and signage.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and assist with reports.
• Support ordering of PPE, cleaning and facilities supplies.
• Monitor facilities work orders and liaise with contractors and suppliers.
• Assist with basic maintenance, workplace organisation and storage systems.
• Process invoices, purchase orders and contractor costs.
• Support budget monitoring and general administration.
• Attend meetings and contribute to maintaining a safe and well-managed working environment.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in Health & Safety and/or Facilities Management.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and best practice.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good IT and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to work independently and use initiative.
• A proactive, reliable and positive approach.

GCSE Maths and English Grade C or equivalent are required.

Experience within property maintenance, facilities management or a technical environment would be beneficial.