H&S/Facilities officer required to support leading Autism charity based across Edinburgh - (21 Hours per week)

You will join a leading charity based across Edinburgh that supports adults with Autism. The charity occupies a variety of buildings and homes via Housing associations and local government. These buildings may both house and facilitate supported living environments for adults with Autism. The region covered is mostly central Edinburgh, but there are facilities in both West Lothian and Galashiels.

This role will see you acting as an H&S advisor and facilities manager across the region. This covers a range of duties, such as implementing policies and ensuring compliance with H&S regulations. You shall respond to any minor maintenance issues such as repairs reported by clients - as such, basic trades knowledge is essential. You will also be responsible for dealing with contractors and accident reporting, so basic IT skills are required. Due to the sensitivity and nature of this role, you will be interacting with vulnerable adults. Therefore, a caring and kind attitude is essential.

This role is a permanent, 21 hours (3 days p/w) contract with strong company benefits.

The salary for this position is £30k p/a pro rata.

This role would be ideal for an aspiring junior health and safety officer or facilities/maintenance person looking to take the next steps in their career. You will be required to hold a valid driving licence and car - mileage will be paid for site visits.

If you are interested in hearing more about this role, please forward your CV to myself at taylor.munro@hays.com and I will reach out.

*No sponsorship/visa options available