Deputy Facilities Manager

Are you ready to step into a role where your skills in facility management will directly contribute to the success and smooth operation of one of London's most prestigious educational environments? We are seeking a proactive and experienced Deputy Facilities Manager to join our team at the University of Greenwich, operating across the Avery Hill and Medway Campuses. In this critical role, you will ensure the seamless delivery of facilities management services, touching the lives of hundreds of students and staff every day. As Deputy Facilities Manager reporting to the Account Manager, you will be a pivotal force in the operational excellence and strategic management of a vibrant 664-bed student accommodation facility. This role demands a dynamic blend of leadership, technical proficiency, and a keen focus on maintaining high standards of compliance and service delivery. This is an unparalleled opportunity to work within a long-standing PFI framework at a historic institution, where the values of integrity, innovation, and service excellence are at the heart of all we do. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are passionate about making a tangible impact, we invite you to bring your expertise, foresight, and strategic thinking to our team.The standard working hours are from Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend and evening shifts required, including during summer school sessions.What you’ll do:To act as a Responsible Person (RP) for water management at the site and ensure compliance with ACOP L8 and industry good practise.Proactively manage compliance with all legislation, client and company HSEQ policies, including fire safety, working at height, confined spaces, F-gas & gas safety etc.Oversee and carry out maintenance of all buildings and equipment for which the Avery Hill PFI has direct responsibility.Recognise the tenants need for confidentiality and their rights under ANUK while ensuring property maintenance and PPM schedules are met.Work with the Facilities Manager to deliver safe and compliant buildings through regular inspection and the production of records and reports.For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description What you bring:Proven management experience of a diverse workforce Highly experienced in using Microsoft Office suite and computers Experienced in compiling performance reports and competent in presenting to management.Experience of using time management and payroll applications, including resource planningExtensive experience of COSHH regulationsHave a good understanding of risk assessments and safe systems of work.Experience of preparing for internal and external FM audits⁠Confident at building client and stakeholder relationshipsProven experience in delivering reactive maintenance servicesProven experience in leading and motivating a teamProven experience in managing sub-contracted servicesProven experience in delivering to a budgetWhat we offer: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:Flexible and dynamic work environmentCompetitive compensationAccess to ongoing training and development programsCountless opportunities to grow within the companyFor more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert!