Temporary Senior Facilities Coordinator in Salford

Location: Manchester
Salary: Competitive + benefits
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Permanent

Are you an experienced Facilities professional ready to take the next step in your career?
Were looking for a Senior Facilities Coordinator to join our Manchester team and play a key role in delivering first-class FM services across a busy corporate environment.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where youll oversee day-to-day facilities operations, supervise a small team, manage suppliers, and ensure our workplace runs smoothly, safely and efficiently.

Working closely with the Regional Facilities Coordinator and Facilities Manager, you will:

• Deliver and monitor FM service lines including cleaning, security, reception, air-con, building maintenance, waste, washrooms, vending, plants, pest control and more.
• Carry out daily floor checks to ensure all shared areas are tidy, safe and well presented.
• Oversee MFDs, stationery supplies, printing and scanning requests.
• Ensure tea points and vending areas are clean, stocked and operational.
• Support the delivery of business continuity, fire safety and first-aid procedures (training provided).

• Manage service providers to agreed SLAs and KPIs.
• Arrange callouts, supervise works and complete follow-up checks.
• Obtain quotes, raise work orders, approve invoices and ensure value for money.
• Monitor quality, performance and compliance across all FM services.

• Lead and support a team of Facilities Coordinators and/or Receptionists.
• Motivate, guide and develop the team to deliver excellent service.
• Conduct spot checks, audits and performance reviews.

• Assist with H&S compliance including risk assessments, method statements and incident reporting.
• Ensure escape routes are clear, procedures are followed and contractors work safely.

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar FM role.
• Experience managing suppliers and monitoring performance.
• At least 1 year supervising staff.
• Good knowledge of soft services (cleaning, mailroom, archiving, vending).
• Experience delivering services within a corporate environment.

• Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to deal professionally with staff, visitors and contractors.
• Customer-focused, diplomatic and solutions-driven.
• Confident using Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Calm under pressure with a can-do approach.
• Flexible and able to support occasional out-of-hours emergencies.

• Opportunity to take ownership of a diverse and high-profile FM operation.
• Supportive management and a collaborative team culture.
• Varied and rewarding work with real responsibility.
• Training and development opportunities, including First Aid and industry-specific skills.

If youre an enthusiastic Facilities professional who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys leading by example, wed love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV