Facilities Assistant Manager

Role: Facilities Assistant Manager

Salary: £30,958.20 per year

Hours: 35 hours per week, 9.30am - 5.30pm

Focus Birmingham is a leading local charity dedicated to our mission of 'Making lives better' for people living with sight loss and disabilities. We provide a range of essential services including a thriving day service for adults with complex needs, and dedicated sight loss support services and supported living facilities. We are committed to promoting independence, building confidence, and helping people live full and meaningful lives.

We’re now looking fora Facilities Assistant Managerto join our Central Resources team.

In this role, you’ll support the day-to-day running of our Harborne site — making sure our teams, buildings, and equipment are all working safely and efficiently. You’ll work closely with the Central Resources Manager and support in leading several service teams, including transport, maintenance, housekeeping, catering and administration.

You’ll play a key part in:

• Supporting and managing a diverse team across our Central Resources Department.
• Making sure our facilities meet high standards of health, safety, and compliance.
• Overseeing building maintenance, supplier contracts, and service level agreements.
• Supporting daily operations, ranging from room bookings to Focus events and hospitality.
• Maintaining clear processes and accurate records, including budget tracking and reporting.
• Working closely with other departments to make sure the support they need is in place.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings a mix of operational knowledge, leadership ability, and a positive, can-do attitude. This is a hands-on role that involves both strategic thinking and day-to-day problem solving. It would suit someone who enjoys variety, can think on their feet, and is comfortable working with those attending our service, family members, visitors and staff.

Above all, we’re looking for someone who shares our values and is committed to helping create a safe, welcoming environment for everyone who uses our services.

You’ll need to have:

• Experience managing staff or coordinating service delivery in a similar environment.
• A working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements and risk management procedures.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Strong task and time management skills, and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• A practical, solution-focused approach to challenges.
• Ability to prioritise and maintain a high level of performance.
• A friendly and approachable manner

Ideally you will have:

• A qualification such as IOSH Managing Safely or BIFM Level 3
• Experience working in a charity, care, or health-related setting
• Knowledge of areas like catering, housekeeping, or transport fleet management
• Basic Food Hygiene or First Aid certificates
• A full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

You’ll be joining a team that’s proud of the impact we make — and passionate about delivering the best.

• Access to a Blue Lights store discount card
• Subsidised bus travel
• An onsite canteen/tuck shop
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• A role where your work directly contributes to our mission of ‘Making Lives Better’
• Opportunities for training and development

How to Apply

If you think you’d be a good fit for this role and want to be part of a fantastic charity and our commitment to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send us your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and how your experience matches what we’re looking for.

Closing date: 01/05/25

Applications will be actively monitored, interviews ongoing.