About Free2Learn

Free2Learn (F2) is a rapidly expanding and vibrant company that provides free funded training courses for jobseekers giving them the opportunity to enhance their knowledge, develop their skills and gain qualifications in a wide variety of industries. Additionally, we focus on nurturing and harnessing the knowledge and competence of those already in work by delivering high quality apprenticeships and providing a high quality end-to-end job service.

Summary of Position

●       Job Location: London

●       Working hours: 9:00 am to 5:00pm

●       Employment type: Full time

●       Employment status: Permanent

●       Salary: £40,000- £45,000 per annum based on experience

Role Purpose

We are looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee all building-related activities. You will be responsible for preserving the good condition of infrastructure and ensure that facilities are safe and well-functioning.

The ideal candidate will be well-organized and able to optimize the use of space and equipment while reducing operating costs. Leadership abilities and phenomenal efficiency can set you apart among our candidate pool.

The goal is to ensure our business’s accommodation is problem-free and safe so that employees can work under the best conditions. 

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate all installations (telecommunications, heat, electricity, IT infrastructure etc.) and refurbishments
• Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards
• Inspect buildings’ structures to determine the need for repairs or renovations
• Review utilities consumption and strive to minimize costs
• Supervise facilities staff and external contractors
• Control activities like parking space allocation, waste disposal, building security etc.
• Allocate office space according to needs
• Handle insurance plans and service contracts
• Keep financial and non-financial records
• Perform analysis and forecasting
• Maintain an asset register across the organisation

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as facilities manager or relevant position
• Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices
• Knowledge of basic accounting and finance principles
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Negotiation skills for negotiating contract and for management
• Good analytical/critical thinking
• Qualifications in health and safety and facilities management

Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance (DBS check) 

Free2Learn is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: 

• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions  

• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).  

A criminal record will only be taken into account where the conviction is relevant to the position being applied for, and will not necessarily block candidates from employment. Any decision will depend on the precise nature of the work and the circumstances and background to the offence. 

Equal Opportunities

Free2Learn is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. Free2Learn has a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels.