Property Assistant - Part Time

Property Operations Assistant  - Part Time - Edinburgh - £23,400 plus excellent benefits package (42 days holiday!!) 

CBW have a new opportunity for a property assistant to join a large static site on a part time basis within Edinburgh City Centre. The role includes supporting day-to-day operations through porterage tasks, maintaining a secure environment, and ensuring full compliance with health and safety standards. 

Salary & Benefits: 

£23,400 Holidays 33 days plus 9 bank holidays (42 holidays in total) Sick pay after 6 months serviceWe’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Part Time Property Operations Assistant to join our busy Property Department. Supporting the estate seven days a week on a rotating schedule, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the smooth running, security, and compliance of our historic and operational properties.

Key Responsibilities:

Opening/closing the properties and conducting daily security checks

Performing health & safety compliance checks and reporting concerns

Conducting routine maintenance inspections and carrying out minor repairs

Assisting with planned preventative maintenance and liaising with contractors

Logging and tracking tasks using property management software

Providing porterage support and helping with College ceremonial events

Maintaining exterior spaces through routine grounds work

Supporting sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency efforts

Person Specification:

Experience in facilities, property operations, or building maintenance

Basic health & safety qualification (e.g., IOSH Working Safely) or willingness to obtain

Comfortable with physical work including working at height and manual handling

Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills

Ability to use property management systems