Facilities Assistant
Posted Today by ITM Power
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Facilities Assistant at ITM Power will support the efficient operation of all company sites by ensuring cleanliness, security, and maintenance of buildings and grounds. This role involves performing maintenance tasks, conducting safety checks, and assisting with facilities management activities. The ideal candidate will have practical skills in repairs and a strong understanding of workplace safety standards. ITM Power is seeking individuals passionate about clean energy and operational excellence to join their transformative journey in the green hydrogen industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform first-line maintenance tasks such as minor plumbing, electrical fixes, basic carpentry, and general repairs.
- Inspect non-production areas to ensure they remain fit for use.
- Carry out regular site and equipment inspections and maintain accurate documentation for Facilities and Maintenance.
- Support planned preventative maintenance activities for building fabric and facilities equipment.
- Report machinery issues to the Maintenance team when beyond postholder's scope.
- Support in the triaging of Maintenance and Facilities tickets raised on the Facilities system.
- Ensure facilities contractors and suppliers maintain high-quality service delivery and comply with agreed RAMs.
- Conduct regular safety checks such as fire alarm tests and emergency lighting checks.
- Ensure compliance with site safety standards.
- Support safe storage and use of cleaning materials and equipment.
- Ensure cleaning schedules and hygiene standards are consistently met.
- Act as the first point of contact for facilities queries and maintenance issues.
- Support effective building communication, events, and engagement initiatives.
- Help ensure occupier satisfaction through prompt, proactive, and solution-focused service.
- Assist with contractor performance monitoring.
- Raise purchase requisitions in Microsoft Dynamics for cleaning materials and small maintenance items.
- Track order status and delivery progress through Dynamics.
- Receipt goods in the system upon delivery and ensure items are correctly stored.
- Maintain minimum stock thresholds and proactively reorder to avoid shortages.
Key Skills:
- Experience in maintenance, caretaking, or facilities roles in an industrial or commercial setting.
- Practical skills in basic repairs, DIY, and general maintenance.
- Strong understanding of workplace safety standards.
- Ability to prioritise tasks in a busy manufacturing environment.
- Comfortable with manual handling and physical work.
- Experience using Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP systems.
- Knowledge of purchasing processes or stock control.
- IOSH Managing Safely, First Aid, Fire Marshall, NEBOSH Cert, Compliance Management and Auditing, Electrical Knowledge, HVAC Knowledge or Experience, Plumbing/Utilities experience are advantageous.
- Proactive, reliable, and safety-focused.
- Strong communication skills and a helpful, service-driven approach.
- Practical thinker with good problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently and manage competing priorities.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Sheffield
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
ITM Power
Location: Sheffield
Direct Applicants Only - No Agency Applications at this time
About ITM Power
ITM is at the forefront of the green hydrogen industry, designing and manufacturing cutting-edge PEM electrolysers that are instrumental in global decarbonisation efforts. With over two decades of scientific expertise, weve established ourselves as industry leaders in clean energy technology.
Our Journey and Growth
As pioneers in green hydrogen technology, ITM is offering the most advanced PEM electrolyser technology in the world. Founded in 2000, ITM Power PLC was one of the first companies of its kind to be listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange. Headquartered in the UK, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is the worlds first largest PEM Gigafactory in commercial operation, and home to our R&D and manufacturing. ITM Power Germany is our hub in the heart of the EU. This facility not only houses regional functions including business development and engineering, but also our Aftersales services with the ability to quickly deploy stacks.
Innovation and Impact
Our PEM electrolysers are deployed in some of the world's largest green hydrogen projects. We continue to push the boundaries of technology, enhancing cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
Join Our Mission
ITM is in the midst of a transformative phase, focusing on streamlined delivery and operational excellence. We're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for clean energy and our drive to make a tangible impact on the world's transition to net-zero. You will be working with an inspiring bunch of people, encouraging each other to be the best we can. Weve come a long way, join us in the next step of our incredible journey!
What Are We Looking For
We have an opportunity for a Facilities Assistant who will support the safe and efficient running of all ITM sites by ensuring that buildings, welfare areas, storage areas and external grounds are clean, secure and maintained to a high standard. The role includes general repairs, safety checks, site cleanliness, and facilities support.
Responsibilities
- Perform first-line maintenance tasks such as minor plumbing, electrical fixes (e.g., replacing bulbs), basic carpentry and general repairs.
- Inspect non-production areas (offices, canteens, break rooms, restrooms, locker rooms) to ensure they remain fit for use.
- As directed by the Facilities Manager carry out regular site and equipment inspections and maintain accurate, including asset registers, PPM schedules and compliance documentation for Facilities and Maintenance.
- Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities for building fabric and facilities equipment.
- Report machinery issues to the Maintenance team when beyond postholders scope.
- Support in the triaging of Maintenance and Facilities tickets raised on the Facilities system.
- Ensure facilities contractors and suppliers maintain high-quality service delivery and comply with agreed RAMs.
- Conduct regular safety checks such as fire alarm tests, emergency lighting checks, and walk round-inspections.
- Ensure compliance with site safety standards.
- Support safe storage and use of cleaning materials and equipment.
- Ensure cleaning schedules and hygiene standards are consistently met.
- Act as the first point of contact for facilities queries and maintenance issues.
- Support effective building communication, events and engagement initiatives.
- Help ensure occupier satisfaction through prompt, proactive and solution-focused service.
- Assist with contractor performance monitoring.
- Raise purchase requisitions in Microsoft Dynamics for cleaning materials, consumables and small maintenance items.
- Track order status and delivery progress through Dynamics.
- Receipt goods in the system upon delivery and ensure items are correctly stored.
- Maintain minimum stock thresholds and proactively reorder to avoid shortages.
About You
Knowledge and Experience
- Experience in maintenance, caretaking, or facilities roles in an industrial or commercial setting
- Practical skills in basic repairs, DIY and general maintenance
- Strong understanding of workplace safety standards
- Ability to prioritise tasks in a busy manufacturing environment
- Comfortable with manual handling and physical work
- Experience using Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP systems
- Knowledge of purchasing processes or stock control
- Advantageous IOSH Managing Safely RA Training
- First Aid training
- Fire Marshall training
- NEBOSH Cert
- Compliance Management and Auditing
- Electrical Knowledge
- HVAC Knowledge or Experience
- Plumbing/Utilities experience
Skills And Abilities
- Proactive, reliable, and safety-focused.
- Strong communication skills and a helpful, service-driven approach.
- Practical thinker with good problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently and manage competing priorities.
What We Offer
The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a rapidly growing industry, within a dynamic environment where you can shape the future of energy and work with a team thats actively addressing global climate challenges. Our corporate culture values safety, integrity and continuous improvement. A competitive salary and an excellent contributory pension, 25 days holiday and a wider range of benefits including: Buy as you earn (BAYE) share scheme Birthday holiday Holiday Purchase Cycle to work scheme Lifestyle Discounts Employee Assistance Programme Health Cash Plan Eye Care Gym Scheme Life assurance EV Car Leasing Enhanced Parental Leave Motor Save Scheme Tech Save Scheme Our onsite parking includes free electric car charging points We know your career is important to you, its important to us too, which is why we also offer opportunities for you to grow and develop your career. If you are looking to join a growing, dynamic business and want to be part of our amazing team we would love to hear from you. Our success is driven by the exceptional diversity of our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we encourage our employees to learn and grow, fuelled by mutual respect in a place where ideas flow and thrive.
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