Facilities Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of West Yorkshire Joint Services.
For over thirty years, WYJS, led by a joint committee has delivered a range of diverse shared services on behalf of the five West Yorkshire local authorities, which extends to both public and private sectors. These services either fulfil a statutory role such as Archaeological Advisory Services, Archives, Ecology Services and Trading Standards or those such as Archaeological Services, Asbestos and Calibration Services provide a first-class commercial resource, delivering vital services to local and national businesses.
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic individual to work in our Facilities Management Team. As part of the team you will provide a comprehensive building/facilities management function, including the maintenance and upkeep of the WYJS premises at Morley and other related WYJS sites. You will be a flexible and resilient individual, experienced in the maintenance of commercial premises and also liaising with maintenance contractors and suppliers.
If you feel that you have the relevant experience and skills, we would be delighted to hear from you.
To find out more or arrange an informal discussion with Maria Bellis, WYJS Finance Manager, please email maria.bellis@wyjs.org.uk or call 0113 336 8311.
Closing Date: Wednesday 31 May 2023 at 12 noon.
Interview Date: 6/7 June 2023.
To apply for this vacancy please see visit the West Yorkshire Joint Services Website.
West Yorkshire Joint Services is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity in the workplace for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion / belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Employees can enjoy a range of benefits in the salary package including a generous pension scheme, holiday allowance, hybrid working and flexi-time.
Closing date31 May 2023, 12:00 PM
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Facilities Officer roles across Kirklees Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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