Maintenance and Facilities Technician
Permanent
£25,825-£27,004 per annum pro rata
36 hours per week
About the Role
We are looking for a proactive and reliable Facilities Support Officer to help maintain a portfolio of supported housing properties. You will play a key role in ensuring our buildings are safe, compliant, and well-maintained, providing a high standard of accommodation for residents.
This is a hands-on role combining maintenance, compliance, and contractor coordination.
Key ResponsibilitiesMaintenance & Facilities
- Carry out general repairs, maintenance, decorating, and minor refurbishment works
- Ensure all properties are clean, safe, and well-maintained
- Respond to maintenance issues and tenant requests
- Conduct inspections and identify hazards
- Support fire safety procedures
- Assist in planned and reactive maintenance
Compliance & Health & Safety
- Maintain high health & safety standards
- Carry out safety checks and report risks
- Support fire safety compliance
Contractor & Project Coordination
- Liaise with contractors
- Obtain quotes and coordinate works
- Check completed work and verify invoices
Administration
- Maintain accurate records
- Complete reports and logs
- Assist with general admin duties
About YouEssential
- Experience in maintenance or facilities work
- Knowledge of health & safety
- Strong organisational skills
- Good communication skills
- Basic IT skills
- Full UK driving licence and vehicle
- Physically able to carry out manual tasks
Desirable
- Experience in social or supported housing
- Fire safety knowledge
- Contractor coordination experience
- Relevant trade qualification
What We Offer
- Varied and rewarding role
- Training and development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to make an impact.
.The post will be based at Coventry Refugee and Migrant Centre, Norton House, Bird Street, Coventry, CV1 5FX and at other locations within Coventry.
For more information and an application pack, please contact HR on [email protected] .
Closing date for applications is 1st July 2026 at 13:00 hours
Interviews will be held on 8th July 2026
Please send CVs to [email protected] or by post to: Coventry Refugee and Migrant Centre, Norton House, Bird Street, Coventry, CV1 5FX marked for the attention of HR Administrator.
All communications related to this position should be sent to the above contact details and should clearly indicate on the application “Maintenance and Facilities Technician” in the subject line.
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Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: £25,825.00-£27,004.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Are you physically able to carry out manual tasks?
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
