Property Assistant

Property Operations Assistant - Edinburgh - £23,400 plus excellent benefits package (42 days holiday!!) 
Full-time, Rotational Shift Pattern (7-day coverage)
Salary & Benefits: 

• £23,400 
• Holidays 33 days plus 9 bank holidays (42 holidays in total) 
• 35 hour week
• Sick pay after 6 months service

We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Property Operations Assistant to join our busy Property Department. Supporting the estate seven days a week on a rotating schedule, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the smooth running, security, and compliance of our historic and operational properties.
Key Responsibilities:

• Opening/closing the properties and conducting daily security checks
  
• Performing health & safety compliance checks and reporting concerns
  
• Conducting routine maintenance inspections and carrying out minor repairs
  
• Assisting with planned preventative maintenance and liaising with contractors
  
• Logging and tracking tasks using property management software
  
• Providing porterage support and helping with College ceremonial events
  
• Maintaining exterior spaces through routine grounds work
  
• Supporting sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency efforts
  

Person Specification:

• Experience in facilities, property operations, or building maintenance
  
• Basic health & safety qualification (e.g., IOSH Working Safely) or willingness to obtain
  
• Comfortable with physical work including working at height and manual handling
  
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
  
• Ability to use property management systems