Facilities & Administration Coordinator in Wilmslow
Posted by Howard James Recruitment Consultancy Ltd
£28,000 – £30,000 a year
Wilmslow · Permanent
Facilities & Administration Coordinator
Location: Wilmslow, Manchester
Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday
Working arrangement: On site
We’re looking for an organised, service-focused Facilities & Administration Coordinator to help keep a busy workplace running smoothly. This varied role combines office coordination, administration, facilities support and day-to-day health and safety responsibilities.
You’ll work with colleagues across the business and with external service providers to maintain a welcoming, safe and efficient office. You’ll also help coordinate workplace activities and improve the experience for employees and visitors.
What you’ll do
- Coordinate day-to-day office operations, including housekeeping, maintenance and building services.
- Liaise with the landlord and providers such as security and cleaning teams to resolve issues and keep facilities running effectively.
- Provide general administrative support, including processing invoices and purchase orders, maintaining records and updating databases.
- Order stationery, office equipment and other workplace supplies.
- Support workplace budget tracking, reporting and monthly planning.
- Coordinate visitor arrangements and provide a welcoming experience for internal and external guests.
- Help organise employee activities, engagement events and community or outreach programmes.
- Work with local teams to understand their needs and provide responsive workplace support.
- Coordinate site projects, including office improvements, refurbishments and renovations.
- Look for practical ways to improve the workplace experience.
- Carry out other coordination and administrative tasks to support the wider team.
Health and safety responsibilities
- Help maintain a safe working environment and support the application of relevant UK health and safety requirements.
- Keep local health and safety documentation up to date and help monitor site requirements.
- Coordinate local health and safety topics, scheduled meetings and related projects.
- Raise potential risks promptly with the appropriate site and leadership contacts.
- Liaise with the relevant teams during local emergencies and support crisis response arrangements.
- Act as a point of contact for external medical services on workplace matters such as ergonomics.
- Attend relevant training, which may include first aid and fire safety.
What we’re looking for
- Experience or training relating to UK health and safety requirements.
- Strong communication skills and confidence supporting a range of stakeholders.
- A proactive, customer-focused approach and the ability to resolve day-to-day issues.
- Flexibility and confidence managing changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and an understanding of confidentiality.
- Good IT skills and confidence using administrative and business software.
- Fluent English.
Experience
At least three years’ relevant experience is preferred. Experience in a multinational organisation, hospitality, real estate or facilities management would be an advantage.
Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.