WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BE A SUCCESSFUL FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE OFFICER AT ACTIVATE LEARNING?

The ideal Facilities & Maintenance Officer candidate will be a proactive, solutions-focused individual with a strong team ethic and a customer-first approach to facilities support. You will be capable of performing routine maintenance, ensuring health and safety compliance, and responding swiftly to on-site issues. A flexible, hands-on attitude, along with a willingness to develop

professionally and engage in ongoing training, is essential.

• Practical experience with general maintenance and basic DIY tasks
• Knowledge of Health & Safety procedures and relevant legislation (including Safeguarding and the Equality Act 2010)
• Ability to assess and resolve minor issues independently before escalating to contractors
• Competence with basic IT tools and app-based reporting systems

WHO WE ARE:

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

ABOUT THE ROLE: FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE OFFICER

Activate Learning is looking for a Facilities & Maintenance Officer to join our team at Farnham College. This full-time, permanent role ensures the campus remains safe, clean, and secure to support teaching and learning.
The Facilities & Maintenance Officer will carry out a variety of tasks, including unlocking and securing buildings, general maintenance (repairs, painting, decorating), setting up events, moving furniture, and supporting campus activities. You’ll also monitor site security, respond to helpdesk requests, maintain external areas, and manage waste and recycling.

KEY FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Daily maintenance and estates support
• Health & safety and compliance checks
• Grounds upkeep and weather-related clearing
• On-call duties every fourth week
• Occasional overtime and weekend work
• Cross-campus support as needed
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  This is a varied and hands-on role ideal for someone proactive and reliable, with a flexible approach to facilities work.