Execute day-to-day operational facilities management services and activities to ensure efficient, timely and cost-effective operation of Canon’s HQ - The Facilities Operations Specialist is a key member of the Facilities Management team. What we give With Canon, you'll get the support and encouragement you need to grow, from people who share your ambition. We'll invest in your professional development to help you learn and progress in your role with us. You'll find leaders who give you the freedom to explore new things and a team where knowledge is shared openly. At Canon we have a clear vision: to be committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable culture where employees are valued and can thrive personally and professionally. Canon also has a strong commitment to sustainability, encompassed by our Kyosei philosophy of living and working together for the common good, focused on reducing our environmental impact and creating opportunities to make positive social contribution. Day to Day Management of FM suppliers (cost, quality, timeliness) for soft services and key support to hard service contracts. This includes the supervision of the day-to-day activities of the regional Canon UK sites and services. Support the execution of hard services and maintenance contracts. Support the development of preventive maintenance strategies. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards in all maintenance activities. Support the preparation and construction of soft service contract renewals and amendments Consult with internal stakeholders to ensure in-time solutions to facilities management related changes Supporting the UK Facilities Manager as required Work closely with other departments and stakeholders to ensure the facility is managed and maintained to the highest standard Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and service providers, including contractors, suppliers’ personnel, ensuring timely delivery of services and adherence to quality and compliance standards. Health, safety & sustainability compliance: Ensure support to hard services specialist on compliance and all health, safety, and environmental regulations/Actions required to maintain a safe and secure workplace. Ensuring the support to maintain ambitious standards are delivered for VIP and HQ events, working with event and VIP stakeholders to deliver customer needs and bespoke services to meet the needs of the VIP/Event What we ask Standard local recruitment policies apply. For external applicants Canon minimum standards must be proven or reached within six months of joining regardless of experience. FM experience in both soft and hard services including third party management, project/program management and matrix management skills. PC Literate (used to working with MS Office) Oracle Apps (desirable) IOSH Qulaified Customer-oriented with sound business acumen Interpersonal communication skills Strong organisational skills Willingness to uphold and support the organisation's policies, processes, goals and strategies. Ability to work within a team and take a collaborative approach. You will need Effective time management Ability to build strong and effective working relationships Positive attitude and the ability to work under pressure Project/Program Management and Facilitation skills Strong service orientation/ customer focus Further Information Salary – TBC Location – The Bower, 4 Roundwood Avenue, Stockley Park No agencies please Canon is an equal opportunity employer. Canon recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status or other protected status as required by law.