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Job description
We're excited to be recruiting for an experienced Facilities Manager on behalf of one of our prestigious clients in the Build to Rent (BTR) sector. This is an incredible opportunity for someone who's passionate about operational excellence and wants to make a real impact on the resident experience.
What's in it for you?
- Great pay and benefits
- An opportunity to work for a successful and growing company
- A chance to work for a company who will support your development.
- A luxury working environment
- Good career progression potential
What will you be doing?
As a Facilities Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring that the building, apartments, amenities, and communal areas meet the highest standards of safety, appearance, and functionality. This is a hands-on role that also involves leading a team and ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Site Maintenance: Carrying out inspections, managing repairs, and overseeing general maintenance to ensure the building's interior and exterior are always in top condition.
- Team Leadership: Leading the maintenance team by delegating tasks, supervising daily operations, and driving team success.
- Statutory Compliance: Ensuring the building meets all legal and regulatory requirements.
- Development Onboarding: Supporting the project from pre-completion, including overseeing M&E commissioning, snagging, warranty registration, and managing defects in collaboration with the Community Manager.
- Resident Support: Responding to maintenance issues raised by residents and ensuring planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules are met while addressing any remedial work promptly.
What We're Looking For
You'll thrive in this role if you:
- Have experience in the BTR, property management, hospitality, or leisure sectors at a managerial level.
- Have a relevant FM qualification.
- Are a natural leader with the ability to motivate and inspire your team.
- Take pride in delivering excellent customer service and have a resident-first mindset.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Are proficient in IT, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook (don't worry, we'll ensure you're trained on internal systems).
- Have a calm and clear approach to communication, even under pressure.
- Are highly organised and methodical, with the ability to manage tight deadlines effectively.
