Assistant Facilities Manager

Dalkia UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday + birthday off

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life Assurance

Employee recognition programme

Volunteer day

Flexible benefits

EAP access

Induction & training

Uniform & PPE

Company equipment

Job summary

Dalkia UK is seeking an Assistant Facilities Manager to join the Facilities Maintenance team at EDF's central London office. Permanent, full-time role based in Copthall Ave, central London, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

You will support the Facilities Manager to deliver safe, compliant services across properties, manage contractors, plan workloads, and maintain a professional, service‑driven site for our client.

Qualifications

• Degree in Facilities Management, Engineering or related field.
• 2–4 years experience in facilities management or building maintenance.
• Strong organisational and communication skills; knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Facilities Manager with all activities and services within the property.
• Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to HSE guidelines.
• Plan and coordinate contractors and in-house teams for core services (reception, security, maintenance, waste, catering).
• Conduct audits and ensure compliance and timely reporting.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Building systems knowledge

Education

Degree in Facilities Management or Engineering

Tools

MS Office

CAFM systems

Job description

Dalkia have an opportunity for an Assistant Facilities Manager to join their Facilities Maintenance team at our client, EDF's office in central London.

About Dalkia UK

At Dalkia, we're driven by a shared purpose: tackling climate change and building a better, more sustainable future. We bring together talented people who share knowledge, challenge each other and grow together.

Backed by EDF, Britain's biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we're a people-first culture. With 5,000+ employees and £600m+ turnover, we combine the strength of a major group with a great culture, innovative mindset and inclusive values making Dalkia a great place to work and grow your career.

Permanent, full-time

Hours: 40 hours per week

Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm

Location: Copthall Ave, central London (within easy reach of Moorgate, Liverpool St and Bank tube stations)

Main Purpose of Job

Responsible for assisting the Facilities Manager in delivering safe and compliant activities and services across all properties on the site. The Assistant Facilities Manager is an integral part of the site team, ensuring that office facilities run smoothly, effectively supporting business activities, and providing a professional service for our client.

Main Responsibilities

Facilities Support

• Assist the Facilities Manager with all activities and services within the property.
• Ensure a safe working environment is maintained for customers, staff, and contractors, adhering to Health and Safety guidelines and EDF “lifesaving” rules.
• Support the Facilities Manager in planning the work of contractors and in-house teams to deliver essential core services such as reception, security, maintenance, mail, cleaning, waste disposal, and catering, ensuring optimal allocation of team resources.

Maintenance and Contractor Management

• Check that agreed work by staff or contractors is completed satisfactorily and follow up on any deficiencies.
• Conduct monthly audits on cleaning, contractors and building fabric and submit timely reports to the Helpdesk.
• Assist in delivering a fully compliant site, reviewing RAMS, uploading necessary documents to the Helpdesk, and escalating non-compliance issues to the compliance team. Ensure all landlord-related non-compliances are escalated appropriately.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree or Qualifications in Facilities Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in facilities management, building maintenance, or a similar role.
• Skills:
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) is desirable.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CAFM systems.
  • Ability to manage and coordinate vendors and contractors effectively.

Key Competencies

• Problem-solving: Capable of resolving facility issues and implementing solutions effectively.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures maintenance activities and audits meet high standards.
• Team Leadership: Works effectively in collaboration with the Facilities Manager, contractors, and site teams.

Working Conditions

• Physical Requirements: May require walking, standing, possibly climbing ladders and lifting and moving boxes/materials/furniture.
• Environment: Primarily office-based with frequent site inspections.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday increasing with length of service, plus Bank Holidays + birthday off, + option to purchase additional 5 days
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance (after 1 year service)
• Employee recognition programmes which reward exceptional achievements
• Employee Referral bonus with generous bonuses for ‘referring a friend'
• The opportunity to use one working day per year volunteering to help the local community
• Flexible Benefits Scheme – including eye care voucher, store discounts for major retailers, salary sacrifice electric car vehicle lease scheme, personal IT equipment loans, impartial financial/savings guidance
• Company sick pay
• Access to wellbeing programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential 24/7 365 support on all lifestyle matters
• Full induction and training
• Smartphone and Tablet / laptop (where applicable for role)
• Uniform and PPE (where applicable for role)
• Access to our extensive career portal with career planner tool and online learning

Our Values

People First

It starts with health, safety and wellbeing

Better Together

A collaborative team

Trusted Partners

Dedicated to our clients' success

Taking Responsibility

Making a positive difference

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you.

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