2026 Apprenticeship Scheme - Facilities Management

CBRE; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A global property services company is seeking a motivated individual for a Facilities Management Apprenticeship. This full-time role focuses on developing skills in facilities management, including health and safety compliance, customer service, and contractor management. Candidates with a passion for the real estate sector and a minimum of 5 GCSEs are encouraged to apply. Apprentices will gain on-the-job training and industry qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Employee discounts

25 days holiday + 2 faith days

Private health care

Yearly salary reviews

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade C (or 4) or above, including English and Mathematics.
• Candidate must be at least 18 years old at the start of employment.
• Good MS Office skills are essential, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety on site.
• Conduct meter readings within required buildings.
• Respond to requests for maintenance and technical assistance.
• Advise Building Manager on solutions to operational queries.
• Manage the P2P (Purchase to Pay) system.
• Prepare activity reports for management.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

MS Office skills

Self-motivated

Education

5 GCSEs Grade C (or 4) including English and Mathematics

Job description

2026 Apprenticeship Scheme - Facilities Management

Job ID

249548

Posted

24-Nov-2025

Service line

Advisory Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Facilities Management, Apprentice

Location(s)

Birmingham - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Manchester - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Facilities Management Apprenticeship

Closing Date - 15th February

Start Date - September 2026

£23,500 - £25,500 + benefits (depending on location)

About the Role

CBRE is a global leader in property and real estate services, working with businesses, investors, and communities to create thriving spaces. By joining our Next Generation Cohort, you’ll be part of a supportive group of young professionals, learning from industry experts and gaining hands‑on experience in the world of real estate. No prior experience is needed—just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. You’ll work on exciting projects, develop valuable skills, and build a foundation for a successful career.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Facilities Management team as an apprentice. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable on‑the‑job experience and develop a range of skills in facilities management, including areas such as budgetary control, health, safety and environmental, contractor management and customer service.

The pathway will include the IWFM L3 qualification in years one and two (A‑Level equivalent) and IWFM L4 (Diploma in FM) in years three and four. There is also a pathway for further industry qualifications such as IOSH and NEBOSH certification.

What You’ll Do

• To ensure compliance with Health and Safety on site, maintaining records, using the Meridian system, and involvement with contractor management as appropriate.

• To conduct meter readings within all required buildings.

• To respond to requests for maintenance / technical assistance in person, via telephone and electronically.

• To research questions and solutions using available information resources, advising the Building Manager/Senior Facilities Manager the appropriate actions.

• To identify and elevate situations requiring urgent attention.

• Route issues and requests to the correct resource, track progress and document resolutions

• To liaise with tenants and deal with any operational queries they might have.

• To work in conjunction with the SFM ensuring a PPM and repair programme is in place.

• To manage work programmes on site in conjunction with the RFM, acting as the liaison point for all parties involved.

• To manage the P2P (Purchase to Pay) system and respond to any related queries or requests as appropriate.

• To integrate financial data (such as quotations and purchase orders) with the specific maintenance tasks.

• Prepare activity reports and provide statistical data to the Building Manager/Facilities Manager to inform operational strategy.

• To maximise learning, we ask all of our next generation cohort to be in the office on each of their working days

• You may from time to time be required to work additional hours as are necessary

What You’ll Need

• A forward-thinking and enthusiastic individual with a passion for real estate & the built-environment

• Self‑motivated with good written and verbal communication skills

• Strong work ethic and proactive with a positive attitude

• Attention to detail, accuracy and good time management

• The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the UK

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade C (or 4) or above including English and Mathematics. (or equivalent Maths and English qualifications).

• Be a minimum of 18 years old at commencement of employment

• Good MS Office skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint*

• A valid driving licence (regional offices only)*

• Not an essential requirement for the role, but desired

The Application Process

• Online job‑focused testing

• Phone screening

• Assessment Centre (held in March or April)

• Interview

Benefits

• Dedicated learning and development team

• Employee discounts

• 25 days holiday + 2 faith days

• Private health care

• Yearly salary reviews and discretionary bonus

• Plus many more…

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliation Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)