Premises Officer

Premises Officer – Derby £28,537: Competitive | Permanent Position We are currently recruiting for an experienced Premises Officer to join a professional Facilities Management team, providing high-quality building support within a busy operational environment. This is a great opportunity for a practical, self-motivated individual with a strong background in building fabric maintenance and the ability to manage both planned and reactive tasks. Key Responsibilities: Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across the site Complete building fabric repairs including ceilings, painting, skirting, doors, fixtures and general repairs Carry out building inspections and identify defects or maintenance requirements Fault finding and resolving building fabric issues efficiently Order materials and spare parts required for repairs Support basic plumbing, mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks Carry out water hygiene checks including tap temperature monitoring and flushing of little-used outlets (training provided) Liaise with contractors and ensure works are completed safely and effectively Maintain accurate records, stock levels and maintenance documentation Support general site operations, porterage duties and health & safety requirements Assist with monitoring building systems including heating, fire alarms and lighting Complete utility meter readings and general site checks The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience as a Premises Officer, Building Fabric Engineer, Maintenance Technician or Multi-Skilled Engineer Time-served tradesperson or recognised trade qualification Strong knowledge of building fabric maintenance and fault finding Experience working within a busy service or Facilities Management environment Good understanding of health & safety, RAMS and safe working practices Able to work independently, identify issues and use initiative Good communication and organisational skills Full UK driving licence Comfortable working as part of an on-call rota Experience with basic plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems, fire doors, water hygiene or general building services would be advantageous. If you are an experienced maintenance professional looking for a varied role within a supportive FM environment, we would like to hear from you