Facilities Manager

Job Description

We are currently looking to recruit a Facilities Manager to join our businessCaroola is a group of market-leading brands that specialise in providing tax management, umbrella, and accountancy services to small businesses and a high-quality contingent workforce in the UK. Our mission is to unite and empower the agile workforce communitywith innovative technology, exceptional service, and expertise, all under one brand. Our top priority is to offer unparalleled support to our clients, easing their workload and helping them grow with us. This is who we are, and what we do.Our exceptional team of talented individuals enables us to provide the best accountancy, tax, and umbrella services to our clients. With roots dating back to 1881, we have been providing exceptional service levels to contractors, sole traders, SMEs, andfreelancers alike. Today, we offer a unique blend of personalised expertise and empowering technology to enable our clients to achieve greater success.Role Overview:The role holder will work independently to lead the full range of activities relating to theCaroola property strategy and network of office locations across the UK. They will actas the primary point of contact with our landlords, suppliers, and facilities partners,providing a safe and efficient workplace environment. The role requires the setting anddelivery of high professional standards across all areas of facilities management,including planned and reactive maintenance, health and safety activities, and capitalThe role holder will be accountable for adherence to all legislation, company and site policiesand procedures in these areas.This role will be primarily based 3 days a week from our Warrington HQ with occasional travelrequiredRole and Responsibilities:

• Lead the provision of facilities management across Caroola sites and homeworking network.
• Plan and lead building/infrastructure projects, ensuring that they are designed and implemented to deliver the defined outcomes within the agreed budget as well as complying with site and statutory regulations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant statutory and contractual obligations relating to building operations, site regulations, health and safety and environmental standards.
• Operate as the primary point of contact with our various landlords, security management, site personnel and suppliers.
• Ensure effective delivery, management and control of all subcontracted facilities management services and supply.
• Undertake the necessary Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Reactive Maintenance where necessary.
• Manage the facilities and building budgets, ensuring value for money in all areas.
• Lead stakeholder management with contractors.
• Take a lead role, with CFO in lease reviews and ensure a timely delivery of the programme is achieved.
• Develop and deliver the property and facilities strategy in relation to offices, flexible working spaces and homeworking under guidance from Exec.
• Lead and manage the health and safety agenda, ensuring all relevant risk assessments are undertaken fully and compliantly.
• Manage additional facilities activities or projects as directed.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Experienced in working with a broad range of partners and suppliers
• Understanding the legal and compliance framework relating to H&S and risk
• assessments
• Procurement capability
• Experience of office moves and closure and understanding of the dilapidation process
• Project management
• Full understanding of health and safety frameworks

Qualification and Education Requirements:

• BIFM
• NEBOSH
• PRINCE2

Benefits:Were experts in managing finances and we want to optimise yours too! Well ensure that you receive the right benefits to support your choice of lifestyle, wellbeing and health - right now, as well as for your future. Find what’s best for you through yourown personal benefits hub.

• A competitive salary, flexible working options, and the ability to flex your holiday entitlement is in the heart of our offering.
• Enjoy 25 days off plus Bank Holidays to reach a maximum of 29. Want more No problem. You can buy up to an additional 3 days and tailor your leave.
• Plan ahead - With private medical insurance, you can access medical treatment when you need it most. So when life throws you an unexpected challenge, you can access a quick diagnosis and accurate treatment.
• Stay strong - Keep in shape with dental insurance, our Cycle to Work scheme and subsidised gym memberships.
• Our financial benefits will aid you in life’s ups and downs including free access to mortgage advice, credit scoring for life and financial management tools
• Company Pension - Save for the future with our company pension scheme with NEST.
• Caroola supports the mental health of its people. Take advantage of our mindfulness resources and engage in a list of initiatives that we update regularly. Our dedicated team of qualified Mental Health First Aiders provide materials and support in areassuch as mental health, mindfulness and personal health. Through Health Assured, we provide 24/7 365 days a year counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Programme. If it’s your thing—or not (yet)—there’s also a gym membership up for grabs.
• Keep your balance - to ensure that everyone is able to thrive when they are at their best, we provide a flexible environment to support your lifestyle, priorities and family life which is built on a culture of trust and ownership.
• Tusker Car benefit scheme - Help the planet and put some of your salary, before tax, to buy an electric or hybrid car.
• My Savings Pal - Earn cashback. Make your salary go further with big discounts on all of your shopping.

Keyskills :
Facilities ManagementLogisticsProblem SolvingProject ManagementProperty Management