Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager North Shields £42-£44.5k plus car / allowance & benefits We are working with a leading Property Services contractor to recruit a Facilities Manager to join them, leading on a PFI contract in the North East. As the Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for forward planning and leading direct operatives and sub-contractor maintenance providers, ensuring that an effective and efficient service is delivered and that work is carried out in accordance with all statutory, regulatory and safety standards. Playing a leading role with periodic monitoring, audits and quality assurance of planned and re-active services delivery across the portfolio, you will monitor and control supplier, sub-contractor and labour costs to ensure financial targets are achieved. Building a strong working relationship with internal and external customers including sub-contractors is important in this role, to ensure that all services are delivered in a professional, timely and cost-effective manner. About You The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a proven track record managing multi-disciplined teams, taking responsibility for recruitment, disciplinaries, grievances, appraisals, and performance management, and showing an ability to manage operational finance. Being highly computer literate and experienced in using Microsoft applications would also be a great advantage. Required Skills/Experience: PFI experience Experience in Hard FM services Lifecycle management experience Academic technical qualifications in a relevant discipline or extensive technical knowledge. Proven experience in FM and Asset Management. Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations. Excellent client relationship skills. Compliance experience. Exceptional organisational skills and customer focus. Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments. Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), or equivalent Systems Experience in financial management and budget control Knowledge and implementation of Health and Safety regulationsYou will be part of an ambitious, and successful business who offer the opportunity to develop and grow with the company. If you are interested, please apply online now