Monday to Friday – No On-Call! – Requires Immediate Start

Are you a proactive and dynamic facilities management professional looking for your next challenge?

As the Interim Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for the seamless operation of our clients facilities, including building maintenance, housekeeping, security, and IT services. You’ll be leading a dedicated facilities team in a 24/7 learning and residential environment, working closely with their team to ensure an exceptional customer experience. This is a hands-on role that requires flexibility, as occasional work outside regular hours will be needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilities Management: Provide expert advice to the Centre Director and oversee site services, including building maintenance, waste disposal, and equipment installation.

• Health & Safety: Manage and ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, risk management, and the security of the premises.

• Team Leadership: Inspire and manage your facilities team, driving high-quality performance across maintenance, security, and cleaning services.

• Financial Management: Prepare and manage budgets, ensuring efficient service delivery within financial targets.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with university partners, contractors, and internal teams to enhance the overall student experience.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Degree or vocational qualification in a relevant area.

• Extensive experience managing facilities and building services in a large, multi-site organisation.

• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record in managing multidisciplinary teams.

• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations and experience managing compliance.

• Enhanced DBS disclosure required.

Desirable:

• BIFM Level 6, IOSH, or NEBOSH qualifications.

• Experience in an international or higher education environment.

Why Join Our Client?

At our client, you'll be working in a vibrant, international environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a real difference. This is your chance to lead and innovate, ensuring that their facilities are world-class and providing a safe, welcoming environment for customers.

Apply Now

If you’d like to apply for this role, please contact one of the Maxwell Stephens team on 0207 118 4848 for more details. You can also send your CV to cv@maxwellstephens.com.