Facilities Manager - Student Accommodation

Gleeson Recruitment Group; London; Remote; GBP 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected student accommodation provider is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee operations across sites in the South of England, ensuring effective service delivery and compliance with Health & Safety regulations. The role is remote with travel to sites required, offering competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in site management with attention to detail.
• Understanding of Health and Safety issues; IOSH / NEBOSH preferred.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation across managed sites.
• Manage planned and reactive maintenance and deliver effective Facilities Management services.
• Improve site standards and operational efficiency continuously.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Customer-focused approach

Education

IOSH / NEBOSH qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Employer: Ritz Recruitment

Location: London

Salary: GBP 45,000 - GBP 55,000 per annum

Closing date: 30 Jun 2025

Categories: Facilities management (main)

Job Level: Manager / Supervisor

Sector: Housing

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Remote based role with travel 2 days a week to sites as required

Hours: 9am - 5pm, Mon - Fri

Salary: GBP 39,000 – GBP 49,000 plus GBP 6,000 Car Allowance – Salary negotiable upwards

My client, a well-respected, privately owned student accommodation provider covering the UK and Ireland in 24 cities with a portfolio worth 1.5 billion, is seeking to hire a Facilities Manager. The role is remote, managing multiple sites in the South of England, with travel to sites a couple of days per week.

Overview

The Facilities Manager ensures the effective delivery and ongoing management of Facilities Management services across the company's national property portfolio. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe, clean, and well-functioning estate, overseeing planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring statutory compliance (especially in Health & Safety), managing in-house teams and external FM contracts, participating in tender processes, overseeing budgets, and monitoring service performance. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a proactive, customer-focused approach are essential.

Main Accountabilities

• Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety legislation and internal policies across all managed sites.
• Resolve property-related issues promptly and execute maintenance to standards.
• Deliver cost-effective Facilities Management services, demonstrating value for money.
• Manage FM-related contracts effectively, including mobilisation and performance management.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and compliance registers.
• Improve site standards, tenant satisfaction, and operational efficiency continuously.
• Adhere to budgets and manage FM-related costs responsibly.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, contractors, and site staff.
• Provide a customer-focused, proactive facilities service aligned with company standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, clean, and efficient operation of properties, focusing on Health & Safety and compliance.
• Manage planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and fabric works.
• Conduct site visits, identify issues, specify and oversee works, and sign off completed projects.
• Lead or assist in FM tender cycles, including specifications, mobilisation, and performance evaluation.
• Monitor and manage FM service contracts for quality, value, and compliance.
• Keep records of equipment condition, maintenance, and compliance documentation.
• Support and supervise on-site Facilities Assistants.
• Stay updated on legislative and regulatory changes affecting facilities and update processes accordingly.
• Assist in the annual Service Charge budgeting and oversee FM-related spending and purchase approvals.
• Provide reports and recommendations on FM performance, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

Person Specification

• PBSA experience is preferred but not essential.
• Experience in site management, with attention to detail and ability to effect change.
• Experience in a similar role with responsibility for facilities management.
• Proven ability to meet challenging targets and objectives.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Understanding of Health and Safety issues; IOSH / NEBOSH qualification preferred.
• Financial and commercial awareness, with the ability to analyse information clearly.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• A motivated, target-oriented team player with a positive attitude and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Application process

Please apply by forwarding your CV. For inquiries, contact Vicky at our Manchester office (phone number removed).

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