We're recruiting for an experienced Facilities Manager to work for a higher education client of ours based in Newcastle City Centre. You MUST have previous facilities management experience for this role and MUST NOT be a student due to the shift pattern.
This is a permanent contract starting asap, 37 hours, standard office hours per week, £16.91 per hour. This role is mainly based on campus in the NE1 area, but you may be required to travel and work from their NE7 campus if needed.
Duties will include:
* Support in the delivery of high quality and professional support services across the estate with a primary presence at the main campus
* Provide support in the delivery of a range of facilities activities across the Campuses including the co-ordination and supervision of services and suppliers (e.g. cleaning, window cleaning, waste, grounds maintenance, porterage, inspections and audits, estate configuration etc).
* Collaborate with external contractors and vendors, ensuring quality service delivery and adherence to university policies.
* Operate to deliver an effective and cost-efficient service to Service Level Agreements (e.g. performance standards, value for money, continuous improvement initiatives) all aligned with customer needs.
Skills required:
* A comprehensive knowledge of the work practices, processes and procedures relevant to the role
* The ability to work as an effective team member in supporting the university strategy and other acti...