Job Role: Area Manager Facilities Management (Armed Forces Accommodation) Location: Aldershot On-site role Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Up to £60,000+ Company Car/Allowance
Mainstay Recruitment are currently looking for an Area Manager to oversee Armed Forces Accommodation operations, leading a dedicated team and ensuring high standards across a wide portfolio of property assets for our presitigous client.
In this role, your focus will be on the operational delivery of void services, with some reactive maintenance responsibilities. Youll ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while delivering services within budget and to performance expectations. Managing subcontractors, optimising workflows, and ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising on quality will be central to your success.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Full profit and loss responsibility for your area
Budget monitoring, trend analysis, and cost control
Managing void and reactive maintenance projects
Leading a high-performing team and subcontractors
Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, including Legionella and asbestos management
Acting as the Responsible Person after receiving specialist training
Supporting KPI achievement and continuous business improvement
Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Travelling regularly across multiple sites
In this Area Manager role, youll lead a team of 8, with up to 4 direct reports including a Delivery Manager, Administrator, and two Voids Maintenance Officers.
What Youll Need:
A relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIOB or RICS) or equivalent experience
Strong understanding of repairs, maintenance, and hard FM services
Familiarity with housing or fast-paced FM environments
Solid working knowledge of British Standards and regulatory compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
Previous experience as a Responsible Person (desirable)
A Health and Safety qualification such as NEBOSH or IOSH (desirable)
Experience with Permit to Work, Risk Assessments, and Method Statements
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and foster a culture of high performance
Financial acumen and confidence managing service area budgets
Note: The successful candidate must be able to pass SC Clearance and be regularly visible across the areas sites.
Whats in It for You?
Company car or car allowance
Bonus scheme
Private medical cover for you and your partner
Life assurance
6% matched pension contribution
Access to Rewards Hub and employee benefits platform
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