Assistant Director of Facilities Management

New logo.png; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Westminster is seeking a leader for facilities management. The role involves strategic direction, budget management, and ensuring compliance while driving innovation. The ideal candidate has experience in public sector FM and a strong commitment to service excellence. Join an inclusive organization focused on community impact.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of leadership in facilities management.
• Experience managing in-house teams and external contractors.
• Deep understanding of strategic and operational FM.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on facilities management.
• Manage budgets and contracts, leading complex change programs.
• Ensure FM services are efficient and responsive.

Skills

Leadership in facilities management

Budget management

Effective communication

Relationship building

Knowledge of energy efficiency

Job description

Overview

This is a leadership role with real breadth and impact. You will be responsible for the strategic direction and operational delivery of facilities management across a wide range of corporate and operational sites, including Civic and staff offices, depots, libraries and other community buildings. You will ensure that our properties are safe, compliant and resilient, while driving forward innovation in areas such as energy efficiency, digital infrastructure and sustainable design. You will lead on statutory compliance, health and safety and emergency planning, while embedding a culture of continuous improvement and customer focus across the service.

Role and Responsibilities

• You will be a trusted advisor to senior officers and elected Members, providing expert guidance on all aspects of facilities management and contributing to wider corporate priorities.
• You will manage significant budgets and contracts, lead complex change programmes and work closely with internal and external partners to deliver services that are efficient, responsive and aligned with our commitment to achieving Net Zero carbon emissions by 2030.
• Your leadership will be key to ensuring our FM services are value for money, future-ready, agile, accountable and able to meet the evolving needs of our communities.

Experience and Skills

• We are looking for someone with a strong track record of leadership in facilities management, ideally within a complex public sector or multi-site environment.
• You will bring a deep understanding of both strategic and operational FM, with experience managing in-house teams and external contractors, and a clear commitment to service excellence.
• You will be confident navigating competing priorities, able to communicate with clarity and influence at all levels, and skilled at building relationships that foster collaboration and innovation.

About Richmond & Wandsworth

At Richmond & Wandsworth, we believe in the power of public service to improve lives. We embrace difference, think bigger and put people first, whether that is our residents, our staff or our partners. We are proud of our inclusive culture and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. If you are ready to lead by example, drive meaningful change and make a lasting impact in a role that combines strategic leadership with operational delivery, we would love to hear from you.