CBW is proud to partner with a prestigious client based in South West London. We’re searching for a reliable and proactive Porter to join a busy Buildings & Facilities team within a world-renowned venue. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where no two days will be the same. This is a 6 month fixed term contract for now.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing essential porterage and facilities support across the building, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the venue and supporting events and building activities.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Porterage Operations: Carry out building-wide porterage duties, including distributing water, moving furniture and equipment, supporting room setups and assisting with event turnaround activities
- Facilities Support: Assist with general building operations and support the wider Buildings & Facilities team as required
- General Maintenance: Carry out routine maintenance and basic fabric repairs under the direction of the Facilities Manager or Fabric Team
- Event Support: Provide porterage support for events, including room setups, equipment moves and turnaround activities
- Building Presentation: Support housekeeping activities and help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment throughout the building
- External Works: Assist with the rigging of external banners and other operational requirements
- Health & Safety: Follow all relevant health and safety policies and procedures, including safe manual-handling practices
- Equipment & Stock: Use porterage equipment responsibly, carry out basic equipment checks, report faults and support stock movement and inventory tasks
- Teamwork: Work collaboratively with colleagues and departments across the venue to ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
Your Work Pattern:
- 37.5 hours per week
- One-hour unpaid lunch break
- Some unsocial hours will be required
What’s in It for You?
- £28,500 Salary pro rata
- Opportunity to work within a prestigious and iconic Central London venue
- Varied role combining porterage, facilities and general maintenance duties
- Training and development opportunities
- Opportunity to work as part of a collaborative Buildings & Facilities team
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience in a porterage or facilities support role, ideally within a large venue or similar environment
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Practical knowledge of building maintenance, housekeeping and porterage operations
- Understanding of relevant health and safety regulations
- Good administration and organisational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- A proactive, self-motivated and flexible approach to work
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and external contacts
- A passion for delivering excellent customer service
- Ability to thrive in a busy, fast-moving and demanding environment
Ready to Apply?
Send your CV to Fin Havering at CBW Staffing Solutions today