Facilities Manager

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The opportunity

University of the Arts London (UAL) is looking for a Facilities Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.

As part of the Estates Department, the Facilities Manager will lead a team of Facilities Assistants and manage contracted service partners to maintain a secure and well-maintained campus environment. Key responsibilities include implementing and managing FM service strategies, overseeing daily operations such as cleaning, maintenance, H&S, and minor works projects and refurbishments. Additionally, they will collaborate with the Campus Manager to monitor and report on service partner performance against established SLAs and KPIs, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

About you

The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, along with a demonstrable track record of overseeing a range of FM operational functions and services within a similar environment. They should have a proactive approach to problem-solving and customer service, as well as an understanding of H&S regulations and compliance. Additionally, demonstrated proficiency in stakeholder management and fostering positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders is essential. 

MRG is acting as an employment agency advisor to UAL on this appointment process.

Closing date – Monday 22 July 2024 at 9am.

For further details, including a candidate pack, job description, person specification and information on how to apply, please visit MRG’s Jobs page.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

Our culture

We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That’s why we are proud to be members of the Race Equality Charter (REC) and Business Disability Forum, are a Disability Confident Scheme Committed and Living Wage employer and maintain our status as a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

We understand the benefits of using AI in work. But, if you are thinking of using it to submit an application, we ask you to think about what value it adds. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

If we receive a high volume of applications, the closing day date might close early. We aim to communicate any changes to the closing date with at least 24 hours’ notice. If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page.

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