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Facilities Manager
Job Posted: 8 hours ago
Salary: £ 40,489 - 40,489 / Annum
Job Type: Temporary
Location: SE4, Brockley, Greater London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Blackstone Education are working with Lewisham College to recruit for a Temporary Facilities Manager – Soft Services, to join their team. This is an ongoing role, working Monday-Friday. There is also an opportunity to join them on a permanent basis.
Permanent Salary - £40,489. Temp salary will be converted and paid per day.
Job description below:
Purpose of the role,
To lead and manage all premises and facilities-related functions across the organization, ensuring a safe, secure, and well-maintained environment that supports operational needs and enhances the user experience. The Facilities Manager will provide strategic leadership to the facilities team, oversee and manage contractors and budgets, and deliver a professional, customer-focused service.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilities Management
•Oversee the day-to-day management of all buildings, grounds, and facilities to ensure they are well-maintained.
•Manage premises-related contracts, including ground maintenance, cleaning, security, and catering; monitor contractor performance and KPIs.
•Conduct regular meetings with contractors’ managers to review work, identify areas for improvement, and track progress on ongoing tasks.
•Maintain accurate records and documentation.
•Support and manage the CAFM system.
•Deputise for the Head of Estates & Facilities when required.
Team Leadership and People Management
* Lead, supervise, and develop the premises and facilities team, including recruitment, training, performance management, and rota planning.
* Conduct regular one-to-one meetings and appraisals, address HR matters in accordance with organizational policies.
* Promote a culture of equality, diversity, and respect within the team.
Health, Safety, and Compliance
•Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and codes of practice, including safeguarding, risk assessments, and emergency procedures.
•Act as the key contact for health and safety audits, inspections, and reporting.
•Manage security systems, visitor management, fire safety protocols, and space management to ensure a safe and efficient environment.
Budget and Resource Management
•Prepare, monitor, and control the facilities budget; provide regular financial updates to senior management and highlight any budgetary pressures.
•Manage procurement and allocation of resources to ensure cost-effective and sustainable use of materials and services.
•Support the annual budgeting process to ensure it is timely and comprehensive.
•Prepare and issue invoices for facility users, including telecom companies, market vendors, and room hires.
Operational Support and Customer Service
•Provide operational support for events, room bookings, and space utilization to meet organizational needs.
•Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure facilities meet strategic and operational requirements.
•Deliver high-quality customer service to staff, visitors, and contractors.
Strategic Planning and Continuous Improvement
•Contribute to the development of facilities strategies and improvement plans aligned with organizational goals.
•Prepare reports for senior management and governance bodies as required.
•Stay informed of industry best practices and innovations in facilities management to enhance service delivery.
Additional responsibilities
•To undertake 1st Aid training
•To take an active involvement in building and maintenance projects
•Attending briefings and meetings, deal with enquiries, take messages and provide information
•To implement procedures and work within established guidelines
•To feedback to our clients and play a part in quality monitoring
•To ensure positive action is taken in the event of an emergency
•Carry out all other duties as would be appropriate to the level of this role.
•To undertake evening and weekend duties as required and to be aware of the 24/7 demands of the role
Essential criteria:
1. Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience
2. Facilities Management Professional Membership (e.g., IWFM, IFMA, BIFM)
3. Health & Safety certification (IOSH Managing Safely)
4. Site management experience with knowledge of estate maintenance, facilities, security and soft FM underpinned by theory or practical knowledge.
5. Proven experience managing teams, including recruitment, performance management, and training
6. Experience managing third-party contracts and service-level agreements
7. Budget planning and financial control experience
8. Use of CAFM systems for maintenance scheduling and record-keeping
9. Experience of undertaking building audits
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