Facilities Manager

• Annual Salary: £36,000
• Location: Swindon
• Job Type: Full-time

My client are seeking a Facilities Manager to act as the single point of contact for 2 contracts in their portfolio This role is crucial in ensuring that service delivery is managed to the highest standards, encompassing a broad range of responsibilities from operational management to strategic planning.

• Provide direct line management and leadership to all site team functions, including caretakers, cleaning, and site supervisors.
• Oversee subcontractor delivery services such as Pest Control, Grounds Maintenance, catering, security, and waste management providers.
• Implement and maintain safe systems of work, ensuring all building facilities adhere to safety standards and cleaning procedures.
• Support Senior Site management with operational delivery and improvements.
• Develop building plans to improve efficiency and reduce costs, forecasting the facility’s future needs.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and security protocols.
• Conduct frequent site audits to review standards and performance.
• Develop and implement training programmes for site teams, ensuring all staff receive appropriate training and development.
• Manage sourcing of contractors and suppliers for repairs, maintenance, cleaning, renovations, waste disposal, security, and IT systems.
• Oversee and develop processes to support the Contracts delivery of Compliance.
• Attend all FM Meetings ensuring actions are closed within agreed timescales.
• Manage HR issues within your teams in line with corporate policies.

• Proven experience in Facilities Management, experience with PFI is advantageous.
• Enhanced DBS Clearance.
• IOSH/NEBOSH or similar health and safety qualification.
• Knowledge of H&S, Environmental Legislation and Practice relating to FM.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in using CAFM Asset Management packages.

• Company Bonus Scheme
• Company Pension
• BUPA Medical Scheme
• 25 Days Annual Leave
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive team environment.

To apply for this Facilities Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.