Facilities Officer RBKC619178

Job Summary:

Salary range: £33,291 - £37,437 per annum
Work location: London
Hours per week: 36
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: 22nd November 2024

About Us:

Join a team committed to fostering safe, efficient, and high-quality workplaces across Kensington & Chelsea.

As part of the Corporate Safety and Workplace department, we maintain over 80 operational buildings, ensuring they support our services and meet the needs of our diverse community. This role is an exciting entry point into Facilities Management (FM), offering strong career growth and development within a supportive council.

The Role:

In this Facilities Officer position, you will work closely with the Workplace Operations Manager, supporting the daily functions of the Corporate Safety & Workplace team. With responsibilities that include managing office access, coordinating contractor services, and overseeing event logistics, you will be instrumental in maintaining safe and efficient environments across our sites. Your work will touch on essential FM areas, from auditing building standards to handling access requirements, database management, and operational support.

You will have autonomy to resolve day-to-day issues and be involved in project coordination, risk assessment, and facility scheduling. If you are proactive and thrive in an environment that values both independence and teamwork, this role is an ideal match.

Please refer to the
Job Description for more information.

About You:

You have solid experience in Facilities Management, particularly within Hard and Soft FM services, with a preference for those who have operated in local authorities or similar settings. You understand the importance of service orientation and are adept at building and managing relationships with various stakeholders. Your technical know-how is complemented by a customer-focused approach and proficiency in CAFM systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.

We're looking for someone who brings:

-A relevant Diploma or Degree in Facilities Management or a closely related field.
-Experience in managing multi-tenanted buildings and coordinating with contractors.
-Strong interpersonal and communication skills, essential for our customer-facing services.
-An understanding of health and safety standards, risk management, and FM trends affecting local authorities.
-A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to manage competing priorities

Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description. We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants.

Application process

Please do not upload any documents, including CVs/Covering Letters or supporting statements, as these documents will not be reviewed and could result in your application not being shortlisted.

You should describe how you meet the person specification requirements for the position you are applying for in Section G of the application form.

Additional information:

The council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

We make sure all our staff are vetted to a high standard by conducting pre-employment checks to assess and assure the trustworthiness, integrity, and ability of prospective employees. This includes validating identity, right to work in the UK, qualifications (where applicable), work history (including the investigation of gaps) and referencing. They may also involve criminal record checks (UK and overseas).

We promote equality, welcome diverse applicants, and ensure inclusivity in our recruitment and selection process.

This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

Information about the safeguarding of children and support for families: rbkc.gov.uk/children-and-education/safeguarding-children

Information about protecting and safeguarding yourself and others from abuse and neglect: rbkc.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/safeguarding-adults

We do not accept speculative CVs.

If you have any queries, please contact: recruitmentrbkc.gov.uk

You have solid experience in Facilities Management, particularly within Hard and Soft FM services, with a preference for those who have operated in local authorities or similar settings. You understand the importance of service orientation and are adept at building and managing relationships with various stakeholders. Your technical know-how is complemented by a customer-focused approach and proficiency in CAFM systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.

We're looking for someone who brings:

-A relevant Diploma or Degree in Facilities Management or a closely related field.
-Experience in managing multi-tenanted buildings and coordinating with contractors.
-Strong interpersonal and communication skills, essential for our customer-facing services.
-An understanding of health and safety standards, risk management, and FM trends affecting local authorities.
-A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to manage competing priorities

Join a team committed to fostering safe, efficient, and high-quality workplaces across Kensington & Chelsea.

As part of the Corporate Safety and Workplace department, we maintain over 80 operational buildings, ensuring they support our services and meet the needs of our diverse community. This role is an exciting entry point into Facilities Management (FM), offering strong career growth and development within a supportive council.