Business Support Officer (Caretaking & Venue Maintenance)
Permanent – Full Time
Salary: £26,000 - £35,000
Location: Wigan
Are you a hands-on professional with a passion for keeping spaces safe, functional, and welcoming? Do you have a background in caretaking or building maintenance, with skills in joinery, plumbing, or fire safety? We’re looking for a Business Support Officer to help maintain and manage a vibrant community venue, regularly used for events and weddings.
About the Role
As a Business Support Officer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of a busy community venue. This is a practical, site-based role involving routine building checks, light repairs, event set-up, and ensuring health and safety compliance. You’ll be a key point of contact during functions and events, providing support and ensuring the venue remains safe, clean, and well-prepared for use.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out general caretaking duties, including opening/locking the venue and setting up for events
Conduct routine maintenance, minor repairs, and safety checks
Support compliance with fire safety procedures – experience with fire door inspections is desirable
Identify and report any property issues that require further attention
Work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends, to support scheduled events
Liaise with contractors and Council teams as requiredThe Cand...