Facilities Maintenance General Assistant

About us

Central Hall Westminster (CHW) Ltd is owned by Trustees appointed by the Methodist Church. We conduct business in line with the Church’s ethics and our own company values.

We are seeking proactive Facilities Maintenance General Assistant to join our team and to support the smooth delivery of our maintenance services. You will help manage assets, maintain stock levels, and coordinate day-to-day maintenance tasks, ensuring information is shared effectively and workflows run efficiently.

About you

Key responsibilities include supporting the Facilities Maintenance Coordinator with the day-to-day running of building maintenance, helping to deliver an effective facilities strategy, and staying updated on best practice and emerging trends. The role contributes to smooth building operations by assisting with clear procedures, compliance requirements, and coordination of maintenance activities across the site.

This role involves managing daily maintenance tasks to ensure over 90% PPM compliance, coordinating reactive works, and overseeing contractors through the facilities management system to maximise efficiency. Duties include PAT testing, water hygiene checks, basic electrical and plumbing tasks, painting and decorating, fire system support, record‑keeping, stock monitoring, and responding to client enquiries within required timeframes, along with attending operational and health & safety meetings.

You will have

Proven experience in maintenance

Communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Knowledge of health and safety regulations, building regulations, and environmental standards

Proficiency in maintenance software and tools

The following skills & experience are desirable

electrical & plumbing qualification

painting & decoration experience

water hygiene record keeping knowledge

Benefits

As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including

Generous pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Group income protection

Staff referral bonus

Season ticket loan

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays and paid birthday leave

2 additional paid volunteering days each year

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced family leave

Enhanced sick leave

50% discount at our in-house café and discounts to food and shopping places in local area.

We welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities.

Given our organisation’s affiliation with the Methodist Church, an understanding and alignment with Methodist values are essential.

Applicant’s data

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