The ideal candidate should possess the following:
• Previous experience in a facilities, office management or building services coordination role.
• Experience managing multiple contractors/suppliers and prioritising competing, time-sensitive issues.
• Familiarity with basic building services (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire and security systems) sufficient to brief contractors and judge urgency, without needing to carry out repairs personally.
• Experience with purchase order and invoice approval processes (e.g. NetSuite or similar).
Desirable Skills/Nice to Have: In addition to the key competencies, the following skills and experiences are desirable:
• Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely) or willingness to work towards one.
• First aid at work certification.
• Experience with fire safety and emergency lighting compliance requirements.
• Experience liaising with landlords/managing agents on a multi-tenant or commercial site.
Personal Skills: The successful candidate will demonstrate the following personal skills:
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise effectively within a limited number of hours.
• Comfortable working independently and making sound judgement calls on urgency and escalation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including clear handover notes for colleagues covering outside your hours.
• A calm, practical approach to problem-solving under time pressure.
• Proactive in flagging risks and improvements rather than waiting to be asked.
