Facilities Assistant

sgs· Management, General Administration and Support Functions
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📍 Glasgow, , United KingdomFull time

About this role

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 100,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS’s Life Sciences services support the pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare sectors with expert testing, clinical research, auditing, and certification—ensuring product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance from development to market.

Job Description

ROLE OVERVIEW

  • Job Title: Facilities Assistant
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Location: Glasgow
  • Hours: 35 hour per week, Monday to Friday 
  • Industry: Health & Nutrition, Life Science

Please note: Due to the nature of the role and operational requirements, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Looking for a role where no two days are the same? As a Facilities Assistant, you'll play a key part in keeping our laboratories and facilities running smoothly, safely, and efficiently. From supporting maintenance activities and managing stock to helping ensure compliance standards are met, you'll be at the heart of our operations and have the opportunity to develop a wide range of practical and technical skills.

What you'll be doing:

  • Managing stock, materials, and inventory to support day-to-day operations
  • Supporting facility and laboratory maintenance, housekeeping, and routine inspections
  • Assisting with equipment maintenance, calibration activities, and contractor visits
  • Helping maintain GMP/GLP standards through accurate documentation and compliance activities
  • Contributing to a safe, organised, and well-maintained working environment
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site

Qualifications

We're looking for someone who:

  • Enjoys a practical, hands-on role
  • Is organised, reliable, and has a great eye for detail
  • Works well both independently and as part of a team
  • Is keen to learn new skills and build a long-term career

Ideal backgrounds could include: Facilities Assistant, Maintenance Assistant, Warehouse Operative, Stores Controller, Laboratory Assistant, Production Operative, Caretaker, Building Services Assistant, or candidates with electrical, plumbing, joinery, or general maintenance experience.

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

  • Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
  • Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
  • Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
  • Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
  • Retailer Discounts
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
  • Length of Service Awards
  • Christmas Vouchers
  • Health & Wellbeing initiatives
  • An additional day off for your birthday
  • Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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This Facilities Assistant role at sgs is based in Glasgow, , United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Facilities Assistant role at sgs full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Facilities Assistant role in the Management, General Administration and Support Functions department at sgs.
Which team or department does the Facilities Assistant at sgs belong to?
This Facilities Assistant position is part of the Management, General Administration and Support Functions department at sgs. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Facilities Assistant job at sgs posted?
This Facilities Assistant position at sgs was posted on Sep 30, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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