Apprentice Facilities Coordinator

Summary

On our 21-month apprenticeship programme, you will learn the skills to become a successful Facilities Co-ordinator with a fantastic range of future career options ahead of you.

Wage

£17,343 a year

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Salary starting at £17343 with annual increases.

Training course

Facilities management supervisor (level 3)

Hours

In agreement with the manager but Monday - Friday between the hours of 7.00am - 5.00pm e.g., 8.00am - 4.30pm. Shifts to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

1 year 9 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

You will learn to:

Administer and maintain operational systems, including Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM), Purchase Order/Invoicing and asset registers
Triage and troubleshoot reported faults, prioritising and allocating tasks to third-party suppliers as necessary
Oversee contractor and supplier performance, ensuring compliance with agreed Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators
Review and audit contractor documentation, including certification, insurance, and Operations & Maintenance manuals
Support with the setup and mobilisation of new contracts
Ensure statutory compliance and accurate maintenance of planned maintenance data and certification are in place
Act as the primary escalation point for key stakeholders, maintaining clear communication with site managers regarding ongoing maintenance, and escalating issues to the Facilities Manager as required
Provide facilities-related advice and guidance to site teams, the Property department, and the wider business
Review and assess quotations and reports
Attend meetings, recording minutes and following up on action points as required
Manage procedures for safe systems of work, including the Permit to Work process
Raise purchase orders and validate invoices related to maintenance tasks, ensuring costs align with agreed schedules of rates
Participate in training initiatives to enhance team skills and improve operational efficiency including continued development
Develop subject matter expertise in designated compliance areas, keeping up to date with industry best practices and legislative changes
Oversee office operations, ensuring compliance with fire safety and first aid requirements, testing emergency procedures, and arranging relevant training
Assist in the production of reports to monitor supplier performance and control costs
Liaise with internal departments and regulatory authorities, including local councils
Conduct site visits with the Facilities Manager for knowledge sharing, project handovers, and other operational needs
Identify and implement improvements to facilities management systems and processes
Carry out general administrative tasks to support the facilities and wider property team as required

Where you’ll work

102 Dalton Avenue, Birchwood Park
Warrington, Cheshire
WA3 6YE

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

TRAIN TOGETHER LIMITED

Your training course

Facilities management supervisor (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Supervise the facilities management function.
Comply with health and safety regulations, building regulations, codes of practice and organisational policies and procedures.
Comply with risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work and apply control measures.
Supervise others when using facilities management environment tools and equipment for example, plant, machinery, electrical equipment, manual tools.
Apply sustainable processes and practices, monitoring and solving sustainability problems which impact climate change in the facilities management function within their organisation.
Use resources to complete tasks, with consideration for cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
Lead a team of facilities personnel.
Apply problem solving techniques to create solutions to complex problems within limits of authority within own role and consult line management.
Plan, prioritise and delegate tasks to the facilities team for completion.
Use information and digital technology to analyse data to monitor performance.
Create, maintain and enhance collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Communicate verbally with internal and external stakeholders Give and receive information. Matching style to audience. Recognising barriers in communication and how to overcome them. Facilities terminology.
Investigate queries to find underlying cause and identify potential solutions.
Apply financial management principles in department budget spending.
Apply continuous improvement techniques to devise potential solutions.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders using sector specific terminology through written means.
Supervise the facilities management function.
Comply with health and safety regulations, building regulations, codes of practice and organisational policies and procedures.
Comply with risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work and apply control measures.
Supervise others when using facilities management environment tools and equipment for example, plant, machinery, electrical equipment, manual tools.
Apply sustainable processes and practices, monitoring and solving sustainability problems which impact climate change in the facilities management function within their organisation.
Use resources to complete tasks, with consideration for cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
Lead a team of facilities personnel.
Apply problem solving techniques to create solutions to complex problems within limits of authority within own role and consult line management.
Plan, prioritise and delegate tasks to the facilities team for completion.
Use information and digital technology to analyse data to monitor performance.
Create, maintain and enhance collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Communicate verbally with internal and external stakeholders Give and receive information. Matching style to audience. Recognising barriers in communication and how to overcome them. Facilities terminology.
Investigate queries to find underlying cause and identify potential solutions.
Apply financial management principles in department budget spending.
Apply continuous improvement techniques to devise potential solutions.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders using sector specific terminology through written means.

Your training plan

You will complete a Level 3 Facilities Management Supervisor Apprenticeship Standard

This programme will be delivered using a combination of:

Workplace experience to gain practical skills
Guidance and training from an experienced workplace mentor
Industry recognised training leading to an apprenticeship qualification
You will attend training workshops both online and in person. These will take place within the workplace and at other training locations

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths and English (grade 4/C or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Initiative
Enthusiasm
Motivation to learn new skills

Other requirements

You will be required to travel independently and attend residential training weeks at college. Travel and accommodation arrangements will be provided by the company. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About this company

Sunbelt Rentals is the leader in equipment rentals in the UK, Ireland, US and Canada - as well as specialist operations in Europe. We provide a range of solutions to every market and sector, including construction, industrial, energy, infrastructure, government and events. Our teams make the impossible possible and the unthinkable doable. Turning what if into what is. Our people are at the heart of our values and they’re our greatest asset. We rely on you to look after our customers so in return, we take good care of you. We recognise the value and uniqueness of our team-mates and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive Sunbelt Rentals, providing equality of opportunity and a culture of fairness and respect. Your health, safety and wellbeing is really important to us. We’re raising awareness and providing support through initiatives such as our mental health awareness campaign and first-aider programme. You’ll also be able to access a 24-7 employee assistance helpline, counselling services and financial wellbeing support.

https://www.sunbeltrentals.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Following successful completion of your apprenticeship you will be offered a permanent role, with one of the best rental equipment providers in the industry
The size and scope of Sunbelt Rentals affords a wealth of opportunity for future progression. We are increasingly investing in developing the skills of our apprentices, with additional wide-ranging training opportunities built into the programme, and the development of possible higher-level qualifications and career pathways post-graduation

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TRAIN TOGETHER LIMITED

careers@sunbeltrentals.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000315099.

Apply now

Closes in 11 days (Wednesday 30 April 2025)

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Company’s application instructions

Complete the application. You will be asked some additional screening questions which will need to be completed before progressing to the next stage of the process. Your application will be reviewed by our Recruitment Team, and you may be contacted and asked to complete a brief video interview. If successful your application will be passed to the hiring manager at Sunbelt Rentals, who will arrange an in person interview with you.

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