Assistant Facilities Manager

• Job Type: Fixed Term (12 months)
• Location: Woolpit 
• Salary: 

Join BUUK Infrastructure, a leader in driving the UK towards a net-zero future. We are seeking an Assistant Facilities Manager to support our mission of earning customer loyalty and driving business growth through consistently excellent service. This role is crucial in leading our facilities team and ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of our buildings and services.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Cover main Head Office reception and perform reception duties as required.
• Assist in overseeing and mentoring the facilities team responsible for the maintenance of buildings, equipment, and services.
• Respond to, escalate, record, and complete planned and reactive maintenance tasks, ensuring prompt follow-up with stakeholders.
• Act as a key liaison for site services, managing external contractors and sub-contractors while applying health, safety, environment, and quality standards.
• Stay current with all required SHEQ training and risk reporting.
• Proactively highlight and drive preventive measures and controls.
• Assist the Group Facilities Manager in planning and coordinating all premises-based work activities, identifying process improvements, reviewing environmental targets, and recommending cost-saving opportunities.
• Arrange for regular maintenance of equipment and internal systems, maintaining updated records and documentation.
• Assist with longer-term/larger scale projects such as office moves, relocations, or significant refurbishment works.
• Visit other BUUK Group premises as required to monitor/review ongoing facilities activities.
• Perform any other duties as required by the business.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Management professional qualification or currently working towards one.
• Previous facilities maintenance experience.
• Proven experience in soft/hard FM.
• Experience in completing site inductions, Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and all site relevant permits.
• Experience in leading a team and projects.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage and inspire colleagues.
• Adaptable to any situation in a calm and collected manner.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office & Excel.
• Desirable: Basic health and safety knowledge (IOSH or NEBOSH), PowerPoint, MS Project, and CAD.

Benefits:

• Cost of living annual pay review.
• Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%.
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 2 weeks.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Referral payment of £1000 (net of tax) for each successful referral.
• Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations.

To apply for the Assistant Facilities Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.