Corporate Facilities Assistant
CompanyCambridge City Council
Location
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeInternship
Posted At4/17/2026
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Description
Job Description
We are seeking a proactive and organised Corporate Facilities Officer to oversee and manage the physical environment of the Council, ensuring a safe, efficient and sustainable workplace.
The role is responsible for ensuring Council Administration buildings and assigned premises are prepared for use and maintained in a fit and appropriate condition for staff and external organisations. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards across corporate facilities, supporting compliance, and enabling the Council to deliver excellent services to the residents and visitors of Cambridge.
Key Responsibilities
Essential skills and attributes include:
We are seeking a proactive and organised Corporate Facilities Officer to oversee and manage the physical environment of the Council, ensuring a safe, efficient and sustainable workplace.
The role is responsible for ensuring Council Administration buildings and assigned premises are prepared for use and maintained in a fit and appropriate condition for staff and external organisations. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards across corporate facilities, supporting compliance, and enabling the Council to deliver excellent services to the residents and visitors of Cambridge.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the Council’s physical environment to ensure safe, effective and sustainable workplaces
- Ensure Council administrative buildings and assigned premises are maintained, accessible, and fit for purpose
- Undertake and coordinate maintenance activities as required
- Implement and maintain facilities management policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and Council standards
- Liaise with contractors, suppliers, staff, and external organisations
- Respond to facility-related issues and support efficient building operations
- Undertake administrative duties aligned with the Customer Support Team, supporting the wider Council to meet its objectives
Essential skills and attributes include:
- Experience in facilities, building management, or a related operational role
- Knowledge of health and safety requirements within a workplace environment
- Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
- Good communication skills and a customer‑focused approach
- Excellent learning and development opportunities
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) Scheme
- Agile and Flexible working options
- Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, rising to 30 days after five years’ service, plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time), with the option to purchase additional leave
- Family friendly policies and Flexible Bank Holidays
- Confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and Your Care wellbeing platform
- Staff reward and recognition framework, including an annual staff awards ceremony
- Professional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on role
- Salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work, Gymn Membership and Home & Electronics
- Lifestyle Savings with over 750 discounts from the UK’s leading retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, attractions and more
- Free swimming at CCC swimming pools
- Subsidy for public transport
- Relocation Assistance may be payable in approved cases
- Annually negotiated pay and award progression
Although the role is advertised as full time, if you believe you have the skills and experience to join us and would like to discuss different working patterns, please do get in touch.
Working Pattern: Two shift patterns on alternate weeks
Week 1 - 8am-4.30pm Mon-Thurs, 8am-4pm Fri
Week 2 – Flexible shift to cover evening meetings at The Guildhall
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £29,540 - £32,061 per annum (City Pay Band 3), pro rata for part time.
Location: Administration Buildings and Oprerations Hub
More Information:
You can click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council, our Values & Behaviours, Equality & Diversity in Recruitment or Our People & Culture Strategy.
If you would like an informal chat, please contact Andy Wood on 01223 458555 or email andy.wood@cambridge.gov.uk
Application Process:
To be considered for this role, Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit an application.
If you are an internal candidate you can apply by logging in to your Employee Self-Serve (ESS) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.
Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you would like an informal chat, please contact Andy Wood on 01223 458555 or email andy.wood@cambridge.gov.uk
Application Process:
To be considered for this role, Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit an application.
If you are an internal candidate you can apply by logging in to your Employee Self-Serve (ESS) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.
Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.