Assistant Facilities Manager

Are you looking to build a career in Facilities Management?

Do you want to work with a market leader in the real estate industry?

Are you seeking a role that offers flexibility and the opportunity to work from home?

Hexagon Group is delighted to be partnering with a leading real estate firm to recruit an enthusiastic and driven Assistant Facilities Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within facilities management, with a clear progression path towards a Facilities Manager position.

As the Assistant Facilities Manager, you will initially work closely with Senior Facilities Managers and Building Managers for the first three months, before gradually taking responsibility for a small portfolio of your own. Eventually, you'll oversee a mixed-use portfolio of properties across Essex, Suffolk, and parts of East London. Your week will typically be split between conducting site inspections and working from home, offering full autonomy to manage your own diary.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that offers unrivalled training and development, supported by an experienced facilities management team. The salary for this exciting role is 30,000 - 35,000 plus a car allowance and mileage expenses for site visits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct site inspections for your allocated portfolio and provide support to fellow Facilities Managers as required.
• Supervise on-site service partners (both hard and soft services).
• Liaise with occupiers and clients, providing professional and responsive support.
• Issue permits to work for contractors.
• Ensure all PPM (Planned Preventive Maintenance) schedules are completed as required.
• Assist Facilities Managers with the preparation of service charge budgets.
• Report and monitor health & safety issues, ensuring statutory compliance across your sites.

The successful candidate will have several years of experience in Facilities Management and strong knowledge of health and safety, ideally holding an IOSH certificate. Excellent communication skills, a proactive attitude, and a genuine interest in developing a career in Facilities Management are essential. Previous experience in a property management setting and familiarity with service charge budgets would be advantageous. Due to the travel required for this role, a valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are also necessary.