Deputy Facilities Manager - Cleaning & Portering
📍 Central London
💼 £34,800 - £38,900 per annum
🕒 Full-time | Permanent
Are you a skilled facilities professional with a strong background in cleaning and portering services? A leading London-based educational institution is seeking a Spanish-speaking Deputy Facilities Manager to help lead operations across a multi-site estate.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Estates & Facilities team in a pivotal leadership role. You'll oversee daily service delivery, manage staff, and ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all building users.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate cleaning and portering services across multiple buildings.
Supervise and support frontline and supervisory staff.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including COSHH.
Manage rotas, stock control, and contribute to budget monitoring.
Drive service improvements and support workforce development.Essential Requirements
Fluency in Spanish - this is a must-have for effective communication across the team.
Proven experience in facilities management, particularly cleaning and portering.
Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.Ideal Background
This role would suit someone who has previously worked as an Assistant Facilities Manager, Services Manager, or Facilities Team Leader.
Why Apply?
Competitive salary on a London-weighted scale.
31 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Excellent pension scheme and staff benefits.
Central London location with great transport links.
Opportunities for training and career progression