SIA Facilities Assistant


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£18 to £20 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	City of London, N1C 4AP
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	7 Sept 2026
Closing date:	7 Oct 2026

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Summary

Facilities Assistant (SIA Licensed)

Location: City of London

Pay Rate: £18.32 per hour

Contract: Temporary, Full-Time - 35 hours per week

Sector: Higher Education

We are currently recruiting for a Facilities Assistant to join a busy and welcoming university campus in London. This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the day-to-day operation of university buildings and ensuring a safe, clean, and positive environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Your new role

Assisting with room set-ups and moves for lectures, events, and conferences

Carrying out general porterage duties, including lifting and shifting furniture and equipment

Supporting waste management and recycling processes across campus

Conducting regular building checks and reporting maintenance issues

Providing excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors

Assisting with campus events and operational requirements

Monitoring access to buildings and responding to security-related matters where required

Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times

Working within the CCTV room

What you'll need to succeed

A valid SIA Licence (essential)

Previous experience in a facilities, porter, caretaker, security, or maintenance support role

Good communication and customer service skills

Ability to undertake physical duties, including lifting and moving equipment

Reliable, professional, and able to work as part of a team

Flexible approach to work and willingness to support operational needs across campus

What you'll get in return

Opportunity to work within a prestigious London university

Friendly and supportive working environment

Full-time temporary opportunity with immediate start available

Weekly pay

What you need to do now

If you have a valid SIA Licence and are looking for a varied facilities role within a university environment, we'd love to hear from you.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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