Facilities Manager at Tek Experts

Do you have a background in facilities management? Do you have strong coordination and planning skills?  Would you like to be part of a global organisation?

As a Facilities Manager, you'll be responsible for the management of services and processes that support the core business of the organization. You'll ensure that best practices are followed for maximum efficiency and that the most suitable working environment is attained for its employees and their activities.

This is a diverse role with a range of responsibilities. You'll be involved in both strategic planning and day-to-day operations, particularly in relation to buildings and premises.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate and plan essential services such as reception, security, maintenance, mail, archiving, cleaning, catering, waste disposal and recycling
• Prepare documents to put out tenders for contractors
• Project manage, supervise and coordinate the work of contractors.
• Collect rent, service charge and preparing, tracking of annual operating expenses
• Calculate and compare costs for goods or services to achieve maximum value for money
• Plan for future development in line with strategic business objectives
• Manage and lead change to ensure minimum disruption to core activities
• Direct, coordinate and plan essential services such as reception, security, maintenance, mail, archiving, cleaning, catering, waste disposal and recycling
• Ensure buildings meet health and safety requirements and that facilities comply with legislation
• Plan best allocation and utilization of space and resources for new buildings, or re-organizing of current premises
• Check that agreed work by staff or contractors has been completed satisfactorily and follow up on any deficiencies
• Coordinate and lead one or more teams to cover various areas of responsibility
• Use performance management techniques to monitor and demonstrate achievement of agreed service levels
• Respond appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise and deal with the consequences

Competencies

• Previous experience working in a similar facilities role
• Interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills
• Procurement and negotiation skills
• The ability to multitask and priorities your workload
• Confident decision making
• Time management skills
• Project management skills
• The ability to draw information from various sources, including people
• Clear and concise writing skills and the ability to handle long and complex documents
• Teamwork skills and the ability to lead and motivate others
• IT skills
• A practical, flexible and innovative approach to work
• Qualifications in areas such as Building Management, Business Studies, Construction, Surveying, Building Services or Facilities Management would be desirable