Facilities Manager

Industry: Hard Services Facilities Management
Type: Minimum 1-year contract, transitioning to a rolling contract after the first year
Location: Dover
Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Hours: 8am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday. Occasional evening, weekend, or holiday work may be required based on the needs of the facility.

HRGO Recruitment is seeking a motivated and experienced hard services Facilities Manager to join our client's team based in Dover. This key role will oversee the maintenance and management of all hard services within the facility, ensuring the effective operation of essential building systems and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Management: Oversee the maintenance and repair of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and elevators. Implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans.
• Hands-On Support: Collaborate closely with engineers, utilising transferable skills to actively support maintenance activities. This role requires a practical, hands-on approach, not just administrative oversight, to address challenges effectively.
• Budget Management: Manage the maintenance budget, track costs, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure safety regulations are followed, conduct audits, and oversee contractors' health and safety activities.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop a team of technicians, providing training to improve skills and performance.
• Vendor Management: Manage contractor and vendor relationships, ensuring quality service delivery on time.

Requirements:

• Experience: Previous experience in facilities management specifically in hard services, with a track record of managing maintenance teams and contractors.
• Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in Facilities Management or Engineering. Certifications like CFM or FMP are a bonus.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of building systems, excellent project management and organisational skills, and experience with CMMS and other facilities management software.

If you are an experienced Facilities Manager with a strong background in hard services and a passion for maintaining high standards, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today!