Facilities Manager - Part-Time

Retirement Villages Group Ltd; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company committed to enhancing the quality of later living in the UK is recruiting a Facilities Manager on a part-time basis. Based at Charters Village in East Grinstead, you will ensure safe, welcoming facilities, manage daily operations, and improve residents' quality of life. With a focus on compliance, you will lead a team and oversee maintenance projects while enjoying numerous benefits like enhanced leave and wellbeing days.

Benefits

MediCash

Pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Birthday leave

Rewards schemes

Volunteering and wellbeing days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities management or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and make proactive decisions.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall operation and maintenance of facilities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Supervise and train facilities staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Proven experience in facilities management

Job description

Retirement Villages Group is a pioneering force in enhancing the quality of later living in the UK, addressing the urgent need for active, independent housing as the population ages rapidly.

We are committed to creating vibrant, sustainable communities that integrate seamlessly with thriving local centres, revitalizing both urban and suburban neighbourhoods as well as rural areas. Our mission revolves around empowering older adults to make positive life choices grounded in community, wellbeing, and flexibility, all while ensuring a sustainable future for our planet and healthcare system.

We are pleased to be recruiting a Facilities Manager to join us on a part-time basis (20 hours per week) at our beautiful Charters Village in East Grinstead.

As Facilities Manager, you will play a crucial role in upholding our mission by ensuring that our facilities provide a safe, welcoming, and functional environment for our residents. You will oversee the daily operations of our facilities, manage maintenance and safety protocols, and implement improvements that enhance the quality of life for our residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the overall operation and maintenance of facilities across our communities
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and standards
• Coordinate and oversee facility maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs
• Supervise and train facilities staff, promoting a culture of excellence and safety
• Manage supplier contracts and relationships to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Monitor budgets and financial management related to facilities operations
  
  

What We Are Looking For In A Successful Candidate:

• Proven experience in facilities management or a related field
• Strong knowledge of health and safety standards and regulations
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently and make proactive decisions
• A genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for older adults
  
  

In return we offer a number of benefits including, MediCash, pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, birthday leave, rewards schemes, volunteering and wellbeing days plus much more!

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity, please apply and our recruitment team will be in touch with more information and next steps!