Building Services Assistant - General Works

The University Library is looking to appoint a Facilities Management Assistant (Driver) to join our Facilities Team. The team provides a wide range of facilities management services to the University Library and a network of affiliated libraries across Cambridge. This role will be the team's primary driver, playing a key part in supporting daily operations. When you are not driving, you are still a key part of the FM maintenance team, getting stuck in with office moves, internal mail deliveries, room set ups, minor maintenance, security cover, and picking up tasks as allocated to you via the FM Supervisor and FM Helpdesk Allocators.

About the Role:

This is a varied, hands-on role that requires flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach. While the main responsibility is driving, making collections and deliveries using University Library vans in Cambridge and occasionally beyond, the role also includes:

• Carrying out basic maintenance tasks
• Spot cleaning and waste handling
• Escorting contractors and visitors on site
• Responding to emergency situations
• Completing tasks assigned via the Facilities Helpdesk

You will often work independently, so a high level of reliability and the ability to manage your time effectively are essential.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a full UK driving licence and a strong driving record
• Is comfortable working unsupervised and takes pride in their work
• Has good communication and basic IT skills
• Is committed to health and safety, diversity, and dignity at work
• Is willing to undertake training and engage in development opportunities

Experience in a similar facility or driving role would be an advantage.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

We particularly welcome applications from women and /or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

Additional Information:

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Simon Mead, Facilities Management Supervisor for Security on email: sm939@cam.ac.uk

Closing date: Sunday, 31st August 2025

Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday 11 September 2025

Please quote reference VE46726 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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