Assistant Facilities Manager - AFM

Galliford Try; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the UK is seeking an Assistant Facilities Manager to support operations at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital. The role involves managing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and management skills, along with relevant experience in facilities management. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Holiday Entitlement

Pension

Private Medical

Professional Development Programs

Qualifications

• Managerial experience in facilities management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Royal Edinburgh Hospital, handling enquiries from clients and staff.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with health and safety regulations.
• Assist in training new employees and cover for Facilities Manager.

Skills

Communication

Management

Knowledge of PFI

Knowledge of PPP

Contract Management

MS Office

Education

Relevant Degree

Job description

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Facilities Manager – Facilities Management

Edinburgh

What you will be doing:

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Facilities Manager to join Galliford Try within our Facilities Management Business, supporting the Royal Edinburgh Hospital.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Provide support for Royal Edinburgh Hospital, handling enquiries from clients, customers, and staff.
2. Ensure subcontractors deliver services according to roles, health and safety regulations, and GT standards.
3. Review subcontractors' compliance with legislation, regulations, and standards.
4. Monitor subcontractor works, review reports, and ensure standards are met.
5. Report events and tasks to the Help Desk and follow through to completion.
6. Coordinate and administer COSHH requirements and maintain stock levels.
7. Assist in training new employees and cover for the Facilities Manager when needed.
8. Support administrative tasks like generating invoices, raising purchase orders, and maintaining records.
9. Support engineering transport needs and assist with reports and lifecycle planning.

About you:

• Strong communication and management skills.
• Knowledge of PFI, PPP, and contract management.
• Computer literate with MS Office skills.
• Relevant degree and managerial experience in facilities management preferred.

What We Can Offer:

Join a leading contractor with opportunities on high-profile projects, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits including holiday entitlement, pension, private medical, and professional development programs.

About us:

Galliford Try is a UK leading construction group committed to community, environmental sustainability, and employee development. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Additional Information:

We support flexible working arrangements and encourage candidates to discuss their needs during the recruitment process.

About The Team:

Galliford Try Facilities Management has been providing customer-focused services for over 15 years, utilizing advanced technology to deliver efficient FM solutions.