Workshop & Facilities Coordinator
At a glance
- Contract Type
- Full-time
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5pm
- Salary
- £30,000.00 to £35,000.00 per annum
- Location
Bestwood Works, BN41 2PA
- Skill requirements
Must have proven experience running or supporting a creative workshop.
Resourceful and practical, with the ability to handle all in-house repairs, from specialised workshop machinery to general buildings and facilities maintenance.
Solid understanding of H&S practices.
Proactive, organised, and confident in prioritising and managing your own workload.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, confident delegating and leading small teams.
Computer literate, confident using Word and Excel.
- Experience with sourcing, negotiating with suppliers and tracking workshop budgets.
Full Job Description
Job Overview
As Workshop & Facilities Coordinator, you will ensure the smooth, safe and efficient running of our workshop space. This highly hands-on role involves in-house fixing and repairing, alongside day-to-day workshop operations.
Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):
- Oversee the day-to-day cleanliness, organisation, layout efficiency and compliance with safety, accessibility, and legal standards of Plunge's buildings and facilities.
- Collaborate with the production team to ensure project readiness and workshop availability.
- Track, arrange timely servicing, and maintain buildings, tools, machinery, equipment and vehicles.
- Coordinate and respond to emergency repair needs to minimise disruption to workshop or project delivery.
- Organise contractors for any machinery or maintenance tasks not done in-house.
- Conduct or delegate toolbox talks, inductions, and regular H&S briefings.
- Develop, implement and maintain Health & Safety policies in conjunction with external advisors.
- Maintain up-to-date COSHH documentation and ensure the workshop's compliance.
- Coordinate annual fire safety checks and PAT testing.
- Support safe handling and storage of tools, chemicals, and materials.
- Manage stock control, ordering, and replenishment of materials, consumables, tools and fixings.
- Source suppliers, negotiate best prices, and manage budget to ensure cost-effective operation.
- Ensure correct waste and recycling management procedures are followed.
- Liaise with landlords, service providers, and utility companies regarding building and facility needs.
- Provide cover for the Production Manager or Resource Manager as required.
- Assist in on-site installations (rigs/de-rigs) when needed, subject to prior agreement.
Why Join Us?
We offer a friendly, inclusive workplace where creativity and practicality go hand in hand. No two days are the same, and your work will directly support some of the UK’s most imaginative projects and the team that brings them to life.
Note
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Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a covering email to info@plungecreations.co.uk.