Facilities Co-ordinator

The working pattern of the role is 22.5 hours a week, split over 5 days, Mon – Fri, 9:30am – 2:30pm (with 30mins lunch). There is some flexibility on the days and hours of work for this role.

Do you enjoy being part of a team with a cause? Do you want to help care for important historic buildings and estates?

We're looking for a Facilities Co-ordinator with the skills to keep Killerton in tiptop condition and running smoothly for all the people who visit and love the place.

We are currently undertaking our pay review process and it is likely that this salary will be increased from 1st April 2024

What it's like to work here

Fashion-famous and full of colour, at 6,400 acres, Killerton is one of the National Trust’s largest special places and here we employ over 130 people. Located close to the vibrant city centre of Exeter, the 18th century house and parklands benefits from free parking and good transport links. Its size and scale, fabulous views and focus on fantastic visitor experience makes Killerton a truly wonderful place to work. And with many rare trees and glorious gardens, it’s the perfect place for gardeners and rangers to grow their career.

For more information about our property please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/killerton

What you'll be doing

As the Facilities Co-ordinator, you’ll be making sure that Killerton operates as it should, by running an efficient, effective and flexible facilities service. You’ll help the property team to meet their goals by keeping standards high. You’ll be helping with maintenance and repairs (reactive, as well as planned and preventative), cleaning and caretaking, the presentation of public areas and visitor facilities (including car parks and grounds), preparing meeting rooms and co-ordinating deliveries and collections.

Who we're looking for

We'd love to hear from you if you’re:

• customer focused with a positive attitude
• a team player, but also can work on your own initiative
• comfortable using IT packages   
• well organised and adaptable  
• happy to learn new skills

The package

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
• Tax-free childcare scheme
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
• Flexible working whenever possible
• Employee assistance programme
• Free parking at most Trust places
• Independent financial advice