About The Role

Job Outline: Facilities & Project Assistant

Salary: £13.49 per hour 

Working Hours: [Monday – Friday] approximately 15 hours per week

Location: Blackpool – Layton Depot, Plymouth Road, FY3 7HW

Casual Position

Closing date: 6 May Noon 

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Facilities & Project Assistant to join our team and support the general upkeep, tidying, and maintenance of Layton Depot, ensuring the site remains safe, clean, and operational. This role will work under the direct instruction of the Facilities & Project Manager to carry out a variety of practical and maintenance-based tasks as required.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• General tidying of depot yard, buildings, and surrounding areas
• Assisting with routine maintenance and minor repair works
• Supporting small project works as directed
• Loading and unloading of materials, equipment, and stock safely around the site
• Assisting with waste management and recycling operations
• Basic grounds maintenance (e.g., sweeping, weeding, jet washing)
• Supporting contractors when required
• Carrying out basic painting, repairs, and upkeep tasks
• Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained and stored correctly
• Complying with all depot health & safety procedures

About the rewards

• Employee discounts with various partners
• Company events
• Free Parking

About you

• Full UK Driving License
• Ability to carry out manual handling tasks
• Good awareness of health & safety in a working yard/depot environment
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Experience operating plant machinery (e.g., forklifts, telehandlers, small plant)
• Previous experience in facilities, maintenance, construction, or yard work
• Basic DIY/maintenance skills

To learn more about the role, read the full job outline.