Facilities Manager Jobs

• Facilities Maintenance: Overseeing the maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment, and systems to ensure they are operational and compliant with safety regulations.

• Space Management: Optimising space utilisation within facilities to meet organisational needs efficiently. This includes space planning, allocation, and reconfiguration as necessary.

• Vendor Management: Hiring, supervising, and coordinating with external service providers, contractors, and vendors for services such as maintenance, cleaning, security, and landscaping.

• Budgeting and Financial Management: Developing and managing budgets for facility operations, maintenance, and capital improvement projects. This involves cost control, forecasting, and ensuring expenses stay within budgetary constraints.

• Health and Safety Compliance: Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations to maintain a safe and healthy work environment for occupants and visitors.

• Security Management: Implementing security measures to protect facilities, assets, and occupants. This may include access control systems, surveillance, and emergency response planning.

• Sustainability Initiatives: Implementing and promoting sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact and improve energy efficiency within facilities.

• Tenant Relations: Building and maintaining positive relationships with tenants or occupants by addressing their concerns, resolving issues, and ensuring their needs are met.

• Technology Integration: Overseeing the integration and maintenance of technology systems within facilities, such as building automation, HVAC controls, and energy management systems.

• Compliance and Regulatory Management: Staying updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards pertaining to facility management and ensuring compliance.

• Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining accurate records, documentation, and reports related to facility operations, maintenance activities, and compliance efforts.

The average salary for a Facility Manager in the UK is based on multiple factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and the hiring company. Estimations suggest that £36,000 - £51,000 is the average salary range across the UK, with more experienced facility managers earning upward of £70,000.

*Please note that the above is estimated based on roles across the UK. For the most accurate and current information, job seekers should refer to recent salary surveys, industry reports, and job listings specific to the sector. 

Certain qualifications and experience are typically required to become a site manager. While specific requirements may vary depending on the job role and employer, the following qualifications are commonly sought after: 

Whilst there is no specific route to take in facilities management, certain skills, education, and experience will be advantageous:

• Relevant Degree or HND (Higher National Diploma): Holding a degree or an HNC certificate in a relevant subject will certainly help you break into the sector. Relevant subjects can range from business studies to surveying.
• Industry Experience: Prior experience within the facilities management industry or similar, such as hospitality, management, or administration, will allow you to apply.
• Facilities Management Apprenticeships: The UK Government provide ample apprenticeship courses which would grant access to a Facilities Management career, the most feasible being their Level 4 Facilities Manger apprenticeship (https://findapprenticeshiptraining.apprenticeships.education.gov.uk/courses/266).