We are seeking an Assistant Facilities Manager to ensure the safe, compliant and competent delivery of facility services across a government contract. This role is accountable to the Regional Facilities Manager (RFM) and is responsible for the day‑to‑day supervision and management of onsite facilities staff (Placemakers) and contractors within a defined regional area. The successful candidate will be proactive, people‑focused and will work closely with Placemaker teams to deliver an excellent workplace experience for customers while supporting the contract management team in service delivering, improvement, cost control and revenue opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure safe, compliant and effective delivery of soft facilities services across a government site portfolio.
* Line‑manage, supervise and support onsite Placemakers and contractors within the region.
* Maintain a healthy, safe and secure environment, ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety legislation.
* Manage rostering of Placemakers to meet contractual requirements, covering sickness and planned absences.
* Ensure audits, COSHH, Health & Safety documentation, SOPs and compliance records are completed, reviewed and kept up to date.
* Support recruitment, training, development, appraisal and succession planning for frontline teams.
* Control costs within agreed budgets, including materials, consumables, pay and agency labour usage.
* Support contract mobilisation activities, including TUPE transfers, and promote collaboration across business functions.
* Experience working in customer‑facing environments with soft services.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with different levels of management.
* Competent in using Microsoft Office packages.
* Experience liaising with engineers is desirable.
Qualifications and Experience
* IOSH qualification desirable (training can be provided).
* Soft services qualifications are beneficial.
* Full UK driving licence required, with flexibility to support other sites when needed.
We are a Disability Confident employer. We will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer.
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