Facilities Manager Location: Ashford, Kent Business Unit: Workplace FM Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum About the role Our client is looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the provision of facilities services at their Ashford site. The role covers compliance, hard and soft services, building maintenance and service charge management. You will be responsible for maintaining excellent relationships with occupiers, contractors and service providers, while ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the site. Key responsibilities * Manage the delivery of all facilities services in line with lease obligations and industry standards * Prepare, monitor and reconcile annual service charge budgets in accordance with the RICS Code of Practice * Build and maintain strong relationships with occupiers, ensuring they are kept informed of all relevant works and services * Carry out regular inspections of the property, including all common parts, plant rooms, service areas and car parks * Oversee fault reporting, insurance claims, permits to work and contractor performance * Promote sustainability initiatives, including waste reduction, recycling and energy monitoring * Maintain statutory compliance records, including health and safety risk assessments, fire safety, water hygiene, asb...