Senior Area Facilities Officer needed in South East London Paying £24.43 per day ref OR116355
Full time hours on a temporary basis
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Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operation of facilities across a designated geographical area or portfolio of sites.
- Ensure buildings are maintained to a high standard and remain safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.
- Monitor, manage, and review contractors responsible for cleaning, security, maintenance, grounds maintenance, and other support services.
- Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify maintenance requirements, health and safety issues, and compliance concerns.
- Oversee planned preventative maintenance programmes and coordinate reactive repairs.
- Ensure compliance with statutory obligations including fire safety, asbestos management, water hygiene, electrical testing, and health and safety legislation.
- Manage facilities budgets, authorise expenditure, and monitor costs to ensure value for money.
- Investigate and resolve building-related complaints and service issues.
- Prepare reports, performance data, and recommendations for senior management.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, contracts, risk assessments, and compliance activities.
- Support emergency planning and business continuity arrangements.
- Liaise with internal departments, suppliers, contractors, and external agencies to ensure service delivery standards are achieved.
- Supervise and support facilities staff where required.
If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
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