Job Description
Facility Officer (Centre Officer)
Location: The Hut, Wakefield
Pay: £14 Per hour PAYE inc Holiday | £17.96 Per hour Ltd Umbrella
Type: Full-time, Temporary
Hours: Monday – Friday, with occasional evenings/weekends
Driving licence essential for this position.
Service Care Solutions are seeking a proactive Facility Officer on behalf of a public sector client to oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy community centre in Wakefield. This is a hands-on, customer-focused role with a strong emphasis on building management, community engagement, health & safety, and event coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage the daily operations and maintenance of a busy community centre.
2. Act as the main point of contact for all building-related matters.
3. Oversee bookings, set up event spaces, and support users during functions.
4. Coordinate contractors, manage health & safety records, and ensure compliance with building regulations.
5. Provide reception cover, customer service, and promote centre events across web and social media platforms.
6. Perform manual tasks such as locking/unlocking premises, minor repairs, litter picking, and grounds maintenance.
Essential Skills & Experience:
7. Minimum 4 GCSEs (including English and Maths) or 2 years in a similar facilities/customer-facing role.
8. Strong knowledge of building maintenance and compliance.
9. Experience in health & safety, financial processes (invoicing, banking), and customer service.
10. Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
11. First Aid and Professional Customer Care certifications.
Desirable:
12. IOSH Managing Safely certification
13. Familiarity with room booking or finance systems
Additional Information:
14. You will supervise one Centre Assistant.
15. Manual handling and lone working required.
16. A flexible, hands-on attitude is essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a reliable, community-minded individual looking to take ownership of a valued local facility.
If you are interested in this position, would like to know more or to apply, contact Prakash today by emailing prakash.panchani@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208967.