Commercial Estate and Facilities Management Technician

<p><strong>Commercial Estates & Facilities Management Technician</strong><strong>Dorset (covering Dorset primarily, with some support across Somerset)£29,535 per annum + benefitsPermanent</strong></p><p>Do you enjoy ensuring workplaces are safe, compliant and running smoothly? Do you have previous handyman or trade experience? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you!</p><p>My client is seeking a Commercial Estates & Facilities Management Technician to support the day-to-day maintenance and compliance of a busy commercial property portfolio.</p><p>Working within a small, fast-paced team, you will provide hands-on technical support and assist the Commercial Estate & Facilities Manager in delivering a high-quality facilities management service. The role involves both independent working and collaboration to ensure consistency across all sites.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting and managing contractors, including reviewing RAMS and conducting site inductions</li><li>Fire alarm and emergency lighting testing</li><li>Health & safety inspections</li><li>L8 water management support</li><li>PAT testing and certification</li><li>General building maintenance and minor repairs (carpentry, plumbing, basic electrical, decorating)</li><li>Operational yard inspections and waste management support</li><li>Acting as Fire Warden and First Aider</li><li>Identifying and mitigating risks across sites</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous maintenance or trade experience</li><li>Strong understanding of health & safety practices</li><li>IOSH qualification (or working towards)</li><li>Confident using IT systems to manage tasks</li><li>Organised, proactive and able to work independently</li><li>Strong communication skills and flexible approach</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied, hands-on role within a collaborative environment.</p><p>You will follow an agreed site visit pattern across Dorset (including Wareham, Weymouth and Ferndown), with flexibility required for emergencies. A company van is provided, therefore a full, clean UK manual driving licence is essential.</p><p><em>Successful candidates will be contacted within 7 working days of application. If you do not hear from us within this time, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.</em></p>