Assistant Facilities Manager - Cheshire

R&A Consultants Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider is looking for an Assistant Facilities Manager in Cheshire. This role offers the chance to support operations in a modern facility, coordinate maintenance activities, and ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have FM experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude towards career development. Benefits include a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Excellent working environment

Training & development opportunities

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Facilities Management environment.
• Strong understanding of FM compliance and contractor coordination.
• IT literate, with experience using CAFM systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of PPM and reactive maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate and supervise soft services including cleaning and security.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Tools

CAFM systems

Job description

Position: Assistant Facilities Manager
Location: Cheshire
Salary: GBP35,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm
Benefits: Excellent working environment, training & development opportunities, and clear career progression

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Facilities Manager to join a leading FM provider, supporting operations within a state–of–the–art commercial facility in Cheshire.
This is a great role for someone looking to take the next step in their FM career within a high–performing environment.

Role Overview:

As Assistant Facilities Manager, you ll support the day–to–day delivery of both hard and soft FM services, ensuring the site operates smoothly, safely, and efficiently. Working closely with the Facilities Manager, you ll play a key role in coordinating contractors, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance across all services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the management of PPM and reactive maintenance schedules
• Coordinate and supervise soft services including cleaning, security, and waste management
• Support contractor management including inductions, permits, and performance monitoring
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures
• Maintain site documentation and support audits and inspections
• Help manage budgets, raise purchase orders, and track service delivery against SLAs

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a Facilities Management environment (hard and/or soft services)
• Strong understanding of FM compliance, contractor coordination, and building operations
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow within the role
• IT literate, with experience using CAFM systems (desirable)

Why Apply?

• Work within a modern, high–spec commercial setting
• Be part of a supportive and progressive FM team
• Opportunity to gain experience across a wide range of FM services
• Clear progression opportunities and long–term development

If you re a motivated facilities professional looking to develop your career in a forward–thinking environment, apply today!