The posting
Company Description
About Infrastructure
SOCOTEC’s Infrastructure team delivers essential technical services that ensure the safety, quality and compliance of major construction and civil engineering projects across the UK. We provide independent construction materials testing to verify strength, durability and performance of key materials; foundations and pile testing to confirm ground stability; specialist structures and pavements assessment and analysis; and integrated geotechnical and structural monitoring that delivers real time data throughout project lifecycles. Our experts use industry leading methods and advanced technology to support infrastructure projects from initial site investigation through construction and long term performance, helping clients manage risk, meet regulatory standards and build safer, more resilient assets.
What's in it for you?
Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.
We have recently opened a new site in Aylesford, this site has multiple operations teams based from here both office and site staff.
Job Description
Facilities Coordinator – Aylesford
This could be your opportunity to excel as a Facilities Coordinator, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.
As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Facilities Coordinator to join our Infrastructure Division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.
We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Facilities Coordinator to join our Infrastructure team. In this role, you’ll need the confidence to work independently, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in Facilities Coordination, is essential to thrive in this position.
The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):
- Coordinate the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the Aylesford office, depot, shared welfare facilities, cabins, yard and car park.
- Complete and record routine site inspections; identify defects, unsafe conditions and housekeeping issues; assign actions and follow them through to closure.
- Maintain the site compliance register, inspection schedule, premises risk assessments, plans, certificates and other audit evidence.
- Check that fire precautions remain effective, including escape routes, fire doors, alarm tests, emergency lighting, extinguishers, signage, drills and emergency information, in line with site arrangements.
- Manage shared access, keys, security, visitors, deliveries, post, waste arrangements and facilities consumables.
- Safely operate the forklift and telehandler to load, unload, move and store materials or equipment; complete pre-use checks, use authorised attachments and verify maintenance and thorough
- Support for warehouse upkeep supporting the Business Units / Operations teams prepare for jobs.
Qualifications
To be a successful Facilities Coordinator, you should be able to demonstrate:
- Current recognised forklift operator training/certification for the equipment used at Aylesford, together with site-specific authorisation.
- Current recognised telehandler operator training/certification for the equipment and attachments used at Aylesford, together with site-specific authorisation.
- Recent practical operating experience plus a relevant facilities, health and safety or technical qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience; willing to complete refresher, familiarisation and assessment requirements.
- Facilities, depot or operational-site coordination experience, including planned maintenance, statutory inspections and audit evidence.
Desirables:
- IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent.
- First aid, fire, asbestos, legionella, COSHH, environmental or spill-response training.
- forklift license / experience.
Additional Information
Why SOCOTEC?
Join a thriving community of over 2,500 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.
What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.
In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.
Your Career, Your Way
Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.
Work Your Way
Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.
Committed to Your Growth
From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow
Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.
Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.
