Interim FM Operations Manager - Facilities Management

Venn Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim FM Operations Manager to oversee Facilities Management operations in London. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and coordinating maintenance activities. Candidates should have strong operational management skills and experience in a public sector environment. This is a hybrid position initially for 3 months with potential for extension.

Benefits

Recommendation scheme for vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Facilities Management within a public sector or local authority environment.
• Experience managing contractors and service providers.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the operational aspects of the Facilities Management team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and council policies.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance against SLAs and KPIs.

Skills

Operational management skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of health and safety legislation

Stakeholder management skills

Job description

Specialists in professional temporary recruitment

Interim FM Operations Manager – Facilities Management

Based in London, hybrid working – days TBC

Length: 3 months initially

This interim position is required to replace the previous postholder and ensure the effective operational management of the Facilities Management (FM) team. The FM Operations Manager will oversee day-to-day FM operations across council properties, ensuring compliance, safety, and high-quality service delivery.

Key Responsibilities of the FM Operations Manager:

• Lead and manage the operational aspects of the Facilities Management team, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery.
• Oversee building maintenance, cleaning, security, and other FM services across council sites.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, statutory requirements, and council policies.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance against agreed SLAs and KPIs.
• Coordinate reactive and planned maintenance activities, ensuring minimal disruption to council operations.
• Support budget management and cost control for FM services.
• Act as the main point of contact for FM-related issues, providing timely resolutions.
• Drive continuous improvement in FM processes and service delivery.

Skills, experience and knowledge required of the FM Operations Manager:

• Proven experience in Facilities Management within a public sector or local authority environment.
• Strong operational management skills with the ability to lead teams effectively.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing contractors and service providers.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within tight deadlines.

To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact the London Local Government Recruitment team on 020 7557 7667 or send your CV to [e-mail]

*Venn Group’s “Recommendation Scheme”: if you recommend a candidate who is subsequently placed by Venn Group (for a minimum of 2 weeks) you will be eligible for vouchers from a choice of high street organisations