Facilities Manager

Faith Recruitment Ltd; Knaphill; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discounts

Referral bonus scheme

Paid volunteer time

Job summary

Faith Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a large, high-rise residential development in Woking. You will be responsible for ensuring the building is operated safely, efficiently and in full compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.

The role involves full ownership of facilities and maintenance activity across the site, working closely with onsite teams to deliver a high-quality resident experience while supporting

Qualifications

• Experience as a Facilities Manager or similar within residential or complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of M&E systems and building maintenance.
• Good understanding of health & safety, statutory compliance and high-rise building regulations.
• Proven experience managing contractors and service providers.
• Knowledge of fire safety systems and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the onsite facilities and maintenance team
• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works
• Ensure full compliance with H&S, fire safety and statutory regulations
• Oversee contractors and service providers, ensuring safe and high-quality delivery
• Carry out regular inspections across plant rooms, apartments and communal areas
• Manage Permit to Work systems and review RAMS documentation
• Maintain accurate records via CAFM and compliance systems
• Support lifecycle planning and capital works projects
• Monitor utilities and drive energy efficiency initiatives
• Ensure all life safety systems are fully operational
• Provide regular performance and compliance reporting

Skills

Facilities management

Contractor management

Energy management

Team leadership

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

NEBOSH General Certificate

NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent

IWFM membership or working towards

Tools

CAFM systems

BMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Facilities Manager

Woking

50,000 - 60,000pa

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Health cash plan
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discounts
• Referral bonus scheme
• Paid volunteer time

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a large, high-rise residential development. You will be responsible for ensuring the building is operated safely, efficiently and in full compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements. The role involves full ownership of facilities and maintenance activity across the site, working closely with onsite teams to deliver a high-quality resident experience while supporting the long-term performance and integrity of the asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the onsite facilities and maintenance team
• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works
• Ensure full compliance with H&S, fire safety and statutory regulations
• Oversee contractors and service providers, ensuring safe and high-quality delivery
• Carry out regular inspections across plant rooms, apartments and communal areas
• Manage Permit to Work systems and review RAMS documentation
• Maintain accurate records via CAFM and compliance systems
• Support lifecycle planning and capital works projects
• Monitor utilities and drive energy efficiency initiatives
• Ensure all life safety systems are fully operational
• Provide regular performance and compliance reporting

Experience Required for This Role

• Experience as a Facilities Manager or similar within residential or complex environments
• Strong knowledge of M&E systems and building maintenance
• Good understanding of health & safety, statutory compliance and high-rise building regulations
• Proven experience managing contractors and service providers
• Knowledge of fire safety systems and compliance processes
• Comfortable using CAFM systems, BMS and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• IOSH Managing Safely
• NEBOSH General Certificate
• Relevant technical qualification (NVQ / City & Guilds or equivalent)
• IWFM membership or working towards

Why Join Our Client's Team

• Opportunity to work on a high-profile, large-scale residential scheme
• Be part of a growing, professional and resident-focused environment
• Supportive team culture with a focus on quality and standards
• Long-term development and progression opportunities
• Inclusive workplace that values diversity and collaboration