Facilities Management FM Apprentice

Sodexo; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider in Maidstone is offering an apprenticeship for Facilities Management. This full-time position allows candidates to gain a Level 3 FM qualification while receiving hands-on experience. The apprenticeship involves rotating across various responsibilities, including supporting FM services at the University of Greenwich. Applicants should be organised, proactive, and willing to learn while achieving a recognized qualification. This is a great opportunity for those eager to build a sustainable career in facilities management.

Benefits

Great benefits

Qualifications

• Must have resided in the UK for the past 3 years or possess 'settled status'.
• Must not have similar prior learning.
• Apprenticeships are for all ages.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of FM services across multiple university sites.
• Assist with health & safety checks and inspections.
• Respond to operational requests and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Organised

Reliable

Confident communicator

Proactive

Attention to detail

Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)

Willingness to complete the FM Level 3 Apprenticeship

Job description

Facilities Management FM Apprentice

• University of Greenwich, Medway Campus, Central Avenue, Chatham Maritime, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TB
• Apprenticeship Full Time
  Qualification: Level 3 FM qualification
• Hour 40hrs pw Monday - Friday
• £13.85ph + great benefits

Start your Facilities Management career with one of the UK's most trusted service providers.

At Sodexo, we create clean, safe, welcoming, and sustainable environments where students and staff can thrive. As an FM Apprentice, you'll join our friendly on‑site teams at the University of Greenwich and begin a structured journey into the world of Facilities Management, an exciting, varied, and growing industry.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone motivated, curious, and eager to learn while gaining hands‑on experience across real operational environments.

No two days look the same in FM! As an apprentice, you'll rotate across key areas and learn how we keep our campuses running smoothly, safely, and sustainably. Throughout your journey, you'll have supportive managers and colleagues guiding your development every step of the way.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the delivery of both hard and soft FM services across multiple university sites
• Assist with health & safety checks, statutory compliance, and routine inspections
• Help coordinate contractors and suppliers, gaining insight into service delivery
• Respond to operational requests and provide excellent customer service
• Learn how to maintain accurate documentation and compliance records
• Join managers on audits, risk assessments, and site visits
• Build confidence in communication, teamwork, and professional relationships
• Balance on‑the‑job learning with completing your IWFM Level 3 Apprenticeship

For a list of responsibilities please view the attached job description

What We’re Looking For

Skills & Attributes

• Organised, reliable, and able to manage time well
• A confident communicator who enjoys working with others
• Proactive, positive, and keen to learn new skills
• Great attention to detail
• Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Knowledge & Experience (desirable, not essential)

• Any awareness of Facilities Management or health & safety
• Previous experience in customer service, admin, or operational roles

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above) - essential
• Willingness to complete the FM Level 3 Apprenticeship - essential

What You’ll Achieve

By the end of your apprenticeship, you'll have:

• A nationally recognised Level 3 FM qualification
• Real operational experience across a broad range of FM disciplines
• A strong foundation for progressing into coordinator, supervisor, or specialist roles
• Confidence, professionalism, and skills valued across the FM industry
• The opportunity to support meaningful services that impact thousands of campus users every day

You’ll be making a real difference all while building a career with purpose.

At Sodexo, we believe in empowering our people, nurturing talent, and supporting career growth. You'll join a diverse, inclusive team that celebrates fresh ideas and encourages you to flourish.

Ready to Build Your Future with Us?

Apply today and help us shape safe, efficient, and inspiring university environments.

Eligibility for Apprenticeship

• You should have resided in the UK for the past 3 years or possess "settled status."
• You must not have acquired similar prior learning.
• Have Maths and English qualifications at GCSE level 4/C or equivalent essential
• Apprenticeships are for all ages, so whether you've just left education, returning from a career break or looking for a new direction this could be the perfect opportunity!

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On‑Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Keywords: Apprenticeship, Health & Safety, Customer Service, Compliance & Operations, Facilities Management (FM), Health & Safety Compliance, Customer Service & Service Delivery, Contractor & Supplier Coordination, FM Operations & Administration