Senior Facilities Manager

Job title: Senior Facilities Manager

Location: London, Hybrid
Salary: £50,000 to £70,000

Are you an experienced Facilities Manager with a passion for delivering high-quality service across a portfolio of properties? I am looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional to join my clients London Property Management team.

The Role:

As the Facilities Manager, you will play a key role in supporting our national property management team, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety standards, environmental policies, and all company procedures. You’ll oversee the effective management of multiple properties, working closely with our team of surveyors to ensure everything runs smoothly and efficiently.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure that all properties comply with statutory Health & Safety requirements, including conducting Fire Risk Assessments, gas and electrical safety checks, and managing emergency plans. You will keep records up to date and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Contractor Management: Manage and monitor third-party contractors responsible for hard services. Ensure work is completed to the required standard and within agreed timelines. You’ll be responsible for evaluating contractor performance and ensuring that maintenance schedules are adhered to.
• Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM): Coordinate and manage PPM schedules for all critical systems, such as heating, electrical, and fire safety systems. Ensure preventative maintenance work is carried out to reduce downtime and extend the lifespan of equipment.
• Repairs & Reactive Maintenance: Coordinate timely repairs for any faults or breakdowns in building systems, ensuring minimal disruption to tenants. You will also oversee any major refurbishment or improvement projects, ensuring compliance with safety and budgetary requirements.
• Fire Safety: Ensure that all fire safety equipment is regularly tested and maintained, including alarms, extinguishers, and sprinklers. You will manage fire drills and evacuation procedures to ensure full compliance with safety standards.
• Energy Efficiency: Identify opportunities for improving energy efficiency across properties, helping to reduce costs and meet environmental regulations.
• Reporting: Maintain up-to-date records of all inspections, maintenance activities, and compliance checks. Provide monthly reports to the property management team, outlining any issues, progress and upcoming work.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in facilities management or a related field, with strong knowledge of H&S legislation (IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications preferred).
• Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to manage relationships with tenants and contractors.
• A self-motivated individual who can work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with industry-specific applications.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritising effectively and working to deadlines.
• Ideally educated to degree level, though equivalent experience will be considered.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a national team in a highly respected property management business.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth including funding for further qualifications such as IWFM.