Location
London Borough of Barnet

Hours
Flexible shifts including weekends to support building opening times

Salary
£36,585 per annum

About the Role
As a Facilities Team Leader, you will provide flexible facilities and maintenance services to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all Council buildings across the managed estate. You will work a range of shifts, including weekends, supporting building opening times. The role involves supervising a small team of Facilities Assistants and supporting the senior team leader in deputising for the Facilities Manager as appropriate. You will ensure that day-to-day facilities operations are delivered in line with departmental plans, maintaining high standards of service and compliance.

About Barnet Council
Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of, including excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces, and diverse communities. The Council is committed to building on these strengths and working with partners and residents to make Barnet an even better place to live and work. Our staff embody our values of Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, and Collaborative, which guide everything we do.

What We Offer
31 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme providing a valuable guaranteed income in retirement and security for dependents
Work-life balance options including hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, and part-time opportunities
A wide range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers, and more
Payroll benefits such as cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel, and gym membership
Excellent training and development opportunities
Employee well-being programs including confidential employee assistance

Experience
Supervisory experience
Experience working as a Porter, Handyman, or Custodian, preferably in the public sector or a similar environment
Handling parcels, packages, and boxes, pushing trolleys, and moving around Council premises
Good experience using Facilities Management systems including Helpdesk, ANPR, and Access Control
Clear understanding of Health and Safety compliance requirements within Facilities Management
Experience working within a customer service environment

About You
Reliable and motivated with strong leadership skills
Ability to manage and support a small team effectively
Committed to delivering high standards of service and compliance
Flexible and adaptable to work a range of shifts including weekends

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are stated; however, relevant experience and a clear understanding of Health and Safety within Facilities Management are essential