Assistant Facilities Manager

Michael Page (UK); Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to shaping the future of policing and facilities management. As an Assistant Facilities Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing maintenance operations across key sites, ensuring compliance with safety standards while managing a dedicated team. This position offers a rewarding 37-hour work week, flexible working arrangements, and excellent opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment. If you are passionate about facilities management and eager to contribute to community safety and sustainability, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

On-call bonus opportunity

Excellent annual leave

Flexi-time working arrangements

Personal development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in facilities management required.
• Excellent communication and IT skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance at multiple sites.
• Manage team performance and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Facilities Management

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Team Management

Education

Level 3 qualification in Facilities Management

Membership of the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (MIWFM)

IOSH Managing Safely

Tools

Microsoft 365

CAFM systems

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is West Mercia Police, who are on a journey to shape the future of policing in the three counties they cover, and you can be part of this by maintaining facilities across a wide range of estates, including those of West Mercia Police and Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service. They are committed to environmental sustainability, operational efficiency, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of everyone across their estate.

Job Description

The Assistant Facilities Manager will oversee the planned and reactive maintenance at the Hindlip and Defford sites, ensuring all work is completed on time and in line with safety and compliance standards. This includes managing a team of Estate Assistants and external contractors, ensuring that performance targets and service level agreements are met. The role involves supporting energy-saving initiatives and promoting environmental sustainability across the estate. The successful candidate will also monitor the use of the CAFM system, generate reports, and conduct regular site visits to ensure a safe working environment. In addition, the Assistant Facilities Manager will support the Regional FM Head Office with stakeholder management and oversee the smooth operation of facilities management services across multiple sites. The position requires managing team welfare and performance, as well as ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to budgets.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 3 years of experience in facilities management.
• Level 3 qualification in Facilities Management and membership of the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (MIWFM), or IOSH Managing Safely, or a desire to undertake such qualifications.
• Excellent communication skills, as this role will involve a lot of liaison with internal stakeholders and leaders, as well as external contractors and in-house teams.
• Excellent IT skills, with experience in using Microsoft 365 and CAFM systems, and a desire to utilise effective technology in the delivery of FM tasks.
• Proven experience within a facilities environment.

What's on Offer

This role can offer an excellent 37 hour working week, local government pension scheme, on-call bonus opportunity, and excellent annual leave and flexi-time working arrangements. Hybrid and home-based role, with a rewarding career opportunity within a blue light service, and excellent opportunities for personal development and career progression. This is a great role for an Assistant FM aspiring to FM level.

Next Steps

Steph McKay at Michael Page is recruiting for this position, and applications will be considered upon receipt. Please give her a call on 0113 243 7734 or 0797 766 7172 to have a confidential discussion about this role, and send a CV over now to apply.