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Job Summary
The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient operation and maintenance of all facility-related activities, ensuring that all systems, including mechanical and electrical, are functioning optimally. The Facilities Manager will also be involved in project management of various sites, managing teams, ensuring that all projects are completed on time and within budget while adhering to safety standards.
Duties
- Ensure that plant and equipment of building is effectively maintained, make any adjustments as necessary and reports defects to the appropriate supplier, managing the process throughout.
- Ensure the testing of life safety systems is carried out on time and work is carried out promptly either by subcontractor or at site level.
- First line maintenance of fixtures and fittings, eg; tightening screws on windows and doors handles, minor repairs as temporary measures, should break ins occur.
- Unblocking sinks and minor plumbing repairs
- Painting and decorating as and when required
- Report all emergency faults with utilities, eg; Gas, Electricity and Water
- Arrange and chase subcontractors for all repairs beyond capability
- Manage and supervise cleaning teams
- Liaise with business owners on site with Planned and Preventative maintenance.
- Report any issues with H&S, following the the correct process, liaising with Group Manager
- Participate with HR practices for each of sites, managing absences, annual leave and investigating disciplinaries with cleaning / maintenance teams.
- Proven experience in facilities management or a similar role is essential.
- Strong leadership abilities with previous supervising experience required.
- Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Mechanical and electrical experience to troubleshoot various faults is essential.
- Proficient in English, both written and verbal communication skills are necessary for effective team collaboration and reporting.
The suitable candidate will start on a 12 week temporary contract, which will become permanent after success full probationary period.
