Apprentice Fleet and Facilities Assistant
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Company: THE GREEN ESTATE COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY
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Location: S2 1UL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Competitive Salary
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000047051
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Application Deadline Date: 07/09/2026
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Start Date: 01/10/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 8.30am- 5.00pm
Brief Description
This role will be part of the Operations team supporting the maintenance, health & safety and operations of our company's fleet of vehicles and providing a good standard of maintenance and presentation on buildings and facilities across our site, contributing to a safe, functional and efficient work environment.
Training to be Provided
Individual discipline training including Joinery, Plastering, Painting/Decoration, Plumbing and Electrical:
- Awareness of maintenance principles, safety regulations, risk management and legislative requirements
- Tools and repair techniques for building components
- Sustainability practices and considerations
- Effective communication
- Different customer service techniques
One day over multiple weeks for each discipline attending at either:
City Campus- Granville Road, Sheffield. S2 2RL
Advanced Technology Centre - Olive Grove, 2 Olive Grove Road, Sheffield. S2 3BA
Future Prospects
- Continuous employment through gained work experience
Vacancy Detail
This role requires DIY and organisational skills, the ability to multi-task, and excellent communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders.
Note: The following list includes all the different activities the team supports but how regularly you will do each will depend on the season and the needs of the business.
Maintenance:
- Report maintenance issues and concerns daily to the Fleet & Facilities Coordinator
- Anticipate and report potential maintenance concerns on all buildings and facilities
- Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for facility repairs, renovations and upgrades as needed
- Undertake a wide range of maintenance and cleaning tasks across all our premises ensuring a high-quality finish
- Assist in the prioritisation of tasks across the site and make recommendations for practical completion of tasks
Health and Safety/Compliance:
- Support the team in ensuring that all vehicles and facilities comply with safety regulations and company policies
- Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to minimise risks and promote a safe working environment
- Contribute to training sessions for drivers and facilities staff on safety procedures, emergency protocols, and proper equipment usage
- Undertake scheduled premises checks, including all fire safety system checks, emergency lighting and water temperatures, and annual building health checks
- To check First Aid boxes and kits across sites and vehicles and replenish as required
- Support staff with, and respond to, security issues during open hours, and to be an occasional key holder for out of hours and weekends
- Contribute to the health and safety management of the yards
- Contribute to risk assessments and COSHH assessments and ensure that working practices and our sites demonstrate high health and safety standards both for staff and all stakeholders
Fleet
- Support the coordination of the maintenance, repair and servicing of company vehicles including scheduling routine inspections and other preventative maintenance tasks
- Support the accurate recording of vehicle maintenance history, repairs and service schedules
- Support the compliance with all regulatory requirements related to vehicle safety, licensing and registration
Facilities/General:
- Contribute to regular inspection of facilities to identify maintenance issues, safety hazards and opportunities for improvement, completing relevant documentation
- To open up and close down facilities and buildings across our sites when needed
- Meet and assist external contractors providing access and information as required
- Support staff by directing and transporting deliveries across the site and providing porterage as required
Visitor Services Support
- Undertake site checks to visitor areas, removal of litter, checking entrances and exit points are clear and free of any hazards
- Contribute to event set-up/take-down and staffing of a wide range of GE events
Undertake any other duties, as requested by your Line Manager, commensurate with the level of responsibility of the job and the aims of The Green Estate CIC.
Other Information
Full UK driving licence and ability to drive company vehicles- Essential
Pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check- completed and paid for by employer.
Probationary Period: All new employees are required to undertake a period of probation for 6 months, in which they are expected to establish their suitability for the post
Equal Opportunities: The Green Estate CIC is an equal opportunities employer and selection of applicants is based on merit. Our company policy document is available on demand.
Values and Behaviours
All staff, regardless of their role, are expected to contribute to making Green Estate a truly great place to work by adhering to our values and helping to fulfil our vision, mission, and purpose.
Good experience in DIY skills
A commitment to safe working practice and working to relevant Health and Safety Law, including manual handling
Good IT skills, in particular Microsoft Word and Excel
Desirable Skills:
Project management skills
Skills and knowledge of plant and machinery operations and maintenance including health and safety
Knowledge of planning and building regulations
Knowledge of fleet management including legislation
Experience of working in a social enterprise and commercial environment