Facilities Manager
Truro, Cornwall
£35,000 - £40,000 + Benefits + Hybrid Working
Our client is a highly respected and long-established commercial property consultancy with an extensive portfolio of commercial assets across Cornwall, Devon and the South West.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to join their Property Management team and take responsibility for the delivery of facilities management services across a diverse portfolio of commercial properties.
This is an excellent opportunity for a facilities professional who enjoys autonomy, variety and the challenge of managing multiple sites while ensuring the highest standards of compliance, maintenance and customer service.
The Role
Reporting into senior property management professionals, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of facilities management across a substantial commercial portfolio comprising office, retail and light industrial properties.
Key responsibilities will include:
• Managing planned and reactive maintenance activities across the portfolio
• Procuring, tendering and managing service contracts
• Overseeing contractors and ensuring service delivery standards are achieved
• Ensuring full statutory compliance across managed properties
• Managing health and safety obligations including fire safety, asbestos and legionella compliance
• Coordinating cyclical maintenance and refurbishment programmes
• Undertaking property inspections and producing reports
• Managing maintenance budgets and monitoring expenditure
• Supporting wider asset management objectives
• Liaising with tenants, clients, contractors and professional advisors
• Responding to emergency and out-of-hours issues when required
About You
We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Facilities Manager who can operate with minimal supervision and confidently manage a varied commercial property portfolio.
You will ideally have:
• Previous Facilities Management experience across multiple commercial sites
• Strong understanding of statutory compliance and health & safety legislation
• Experience managing contractors and service providers
• Knowledge of commercial property maintenance and building services
• Experience of budgeting and contract management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A full UK driving licence
Professional qualifications such as IOSH, NEBOSH or similar would be advantageous, although equivalent practical experience will also be considered.
The Package
• Salary £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working available
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Private Medical Insurance (following probation)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Workplace Pension
• Mileage allowance for business travel
• Laptop and mobile phone provided
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Regular social events and team activities
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing property business where you will play a key role in the management and performance of a significant commercial property portfolio throughout the South West.
For a confidential discussion and further information, please apply directly or contact us in confidence on 0207 118 4848, or send your CV to cv@maxwellstephens.com.