Facilities Management Specialist

IKEA; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

IKEA Sheffield is seeking a Unit Facility Management Specialist who is passionate about creating efficient environments. The role involves managing facility services, ensuring compliance, and engaging with stakeholders. A competitive salary of £27,000 per annum is offered, along with various benefits including a 15% discount and life assurance.

Benefits

15% IKEA discount

Life assurance of 4 times your pay

Interest-free loans

15% subsidized transport loan

End-of-year gift

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FM scope, delivery models, and processes.
• Passion for IKEA's core values and engaging with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage FM services for safety and compliance.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers.

Skills

Planning and organizing

Risk assessment

Leadership qualities

Customer-driven approach

Knowledge of sustainability practices

Education

Experience with CAFM systems

Job description

IKEA Sheffield is looking to hire a Unit Facility Management Specialist.

Are you passionate about creating safe, compliant, and efficient environments? Do you excel at coordinating tasks, managing budgets, and ensuring high-quality facility services? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

What We Offer

• The start date of employment will be discussed at the interview.
• Competitive starting salary of £27,000 per annum, based on competence and experience.
• 39 hours per week, working 5 days, including 1 weekend every 3 weeks.
• Flexibility to match your life and our business needs, which can be discussed during the interview.

Working with Us Has Its Rewards

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent every day, and we offer a variety of benefits to support them and their families:

• 15% IKEA discount and access to a discount portal saving hundreds on high-street retailers.
• Life assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced pension contributions, and interest-free loans.
• Season Ticket Transport Loan – a 15% subsidized loan to support sustainable commuting.
• End-of-year gift as a thank you in December.

And much more: Learn more here.

What You'll Need to Have

• Knowledge of planning, organizing, and managing costs and expenditures, as well as risk assessment and mitigation.
• Understanding of FM scope, delivery models, and processes, including work order management, contract and supplier management, and both hard and soft FM services.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices in FM, including resource consumption and waste management, aiming for climate-positive operations.
• Passion for embodying IKEA's core values and engaging with external stakeholders.
• Leadership qualities, service-mindedness, and a customer-driven approach.
• Experience with CAFM systems.

What You'll Be Doing Day to Day

• Manage FM services to ensure safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers, and report on service quality.
• Conduct checks, participate in audits, and manage FM documentation and tools.
• Support tendering, goal setting, budgeting, and business planning.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, collaborate with third parties, and provide technical support for FM operations and projects.

We Care for the People

We value diversity of thought, background, and culture. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us and feel valued.

Come see how we create a better everyday life for the many.

Recruitment Process Information

Please inform us of any adjustments needed during the interview process.

• Attach an updated CV and cover letter with your application.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a face-to-face interview.
• Successful candidates will proceed to a grandparent interview.

We will keep you informed regardless of the outcome. For support or advice, contact [e-mail].