At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the facilities team to ensure smooth operations and maintenance of a flagship development.
- Company: Join a diverse company committed to equality and community support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for training and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on residents' lives while ensuring safety and compliance.
- Qualifications: Must have an IOSH Certificate and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 29880 - 36520 £ per year.
We are recruiting a Facilities Manager for a flagship development in South London. The Facilities Manager plays a critical leadership role in the safe, compliant, and cost-efficient operation of the development. Reporting directly to the Manager, you will lead the on-site technical and maintenance teams, manage specialist service partners, and ensure the physical asset, plant, building fabric, and common amenities operate to institutional standards.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and direct the day-to-day facilities and property maintenance operations across residential units, plant rooms, common amenity areas, and exterior grounds.
- Implement and audit Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) regimes in alignment with SFG20 standards and manufacturer specifications.
- Manage reactive maintenance workflows via the property management ticketing system, ensuring swift resolution, high-quality workmanship, and minimal disruption to residents.
- Monitor key mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEP) building services-including HVAC, ventilation/MVHR systems, booster pumps, BMS, access control, and lifts-to maximise equipment lifespan and energy efficiency.
- Coordinate apartment turnaround and 'make-ready' snagging/remedial schedules with leasing and operations teams to minimise vacancy downtime.
- Serve as the on-site health, safety, and fire safety lead, ensuring full compliance with UK statutory regulations, the Building Safety Act, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order, and CDM Regulations.
- Oversee and verify water hygiene regimes (L8 Legionella control), electrical testing (EICR, PAT), lift maintenance (LOLER), lightning protection, fall arrest systems, and fire detection/suppression systems.
- Lead, mentor, and schedule on-site maintenance technicians, conducting regular 1-to-1s, technical training, and performance reviews.
Requirements:
- IOSH Certificate
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Facilities Manager in South Croydon employer: Randstad Construction & Property Careers
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Contact Details:
Randstad Construction & Property Careers Recruitment Team
