Facilities Manager

Carshalton College; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Carshalton is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee the operational management of multiple campuses. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance, leading projects, and maintaining high service standards. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in facilities management and health and safety, along with relevant qualifications. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave allowances and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

37 days annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Subsidised sports facilities

Professional development opportunities

Salary sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Facilities Management services with high customer satisfaction.
• Successful record of managing a team in a facilities environment.
• Working knowledge of health and safety management and building services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational management and compliance at two campuses.
• Lead and coordinate College projects and initiatives.
• Manage financial aspects and delivery of capital projects.

Skills

Facilities Management experience

Health and Safety management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computerized Helpdesk system

Education

Level 3 qualification in Facilities Management

Level 3 qualification in Health and Safety

Job description

Here at Carshalton College and Merton College, we are seeking a strategic and delivery-focused Facilities Manager to ensure high standards of service delivery to curriculum departments and students across STCG sites. You will be responsible for the overall operational management of the two campuses and their infrastructure, ensuring compliance with all regulations.

Supporting the Head of Facilities and Director of Facilities, you will lead and coordinate College projects and initiatives as required by the Department and Group Leadership Team. You will oversee health and safety compliance at your assigned college, represent the department in local health and safety committee meetings with the Curriculum Management Team (CMT) and union members, and manage the financial aspects and delivery of capital projects supported by the Head of FM.

We seek candidates experienced in delivering Facilities Management services with high customer satisfaction. You should have a successful record of managing a team in a facilities environment, with experience and effective use of a computerised Helpdesk system. An appropriate level 3 qualification in Facilities Management (or related field) and a level 3 qualification in Health and Safety are required.

Applicants should possess a working knowledge of health and safety management, building constructions, building services, systems, and plant, including Building Management Systems. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and prioritisation skills are essential, along with the ability to coach and advise on facilities services delivery.

Closing date for applications is 1st August 2025.

The benefits package includes 37 days of annual leave plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year, 5 days of Wellbeing leave, a pension scheme with employer contributions (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities, professional development opportunities, and a salary sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme.

Successful candidates will undergo due diligence checks including an enhanced DBS check, references, an online search, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

South Thames Colleges Group is committed to equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010. Applications from all individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Group comprises Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College, and South Thames College, formed on 1 August 2017. As one of London’s largest post-16 education providers, we are dedicated to student success and community contribution. We seek hardworking, collaborative individuals to join our team and support student achievement and progression.