Facilities manager

Entry Requirements:

You can get into this job through:

• a university course
• an apprenticeship
• working towards this role
• applying directly

University

You could get into facilities management with a foundation degree or degree in almost an subjects.

Particularly relevant subjects include:

• facilities management
• building services management

Entry requirements:

• at least 1 A level, or equivalent, for a foundation degree
• 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree

Entry requirements:

Apprenticeship

The following apprenticeships are relevant to this role:

• facilities management supervisor advanced apprenticeship
• facilities manager higher apprenticeship
• senior and head of facilities management degree apprenticeship

Entry requirements:

• 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
• 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship

Work

You may be able to start as a building caretaker, management assistant or apprentice facilities services operative and work your way up.

Your employer will likely encourage you to work towards qualifications like a Level 3 Diploma in Facilities Management or professional qualifications offered by the ILM .

DirectApplication

You can apply for jobs directly if you've got a combination of relevant experience and qualifications. This includes technical skills related to buildings and management skills.

Qualifications and experience in building services engineering, surveying or health and safety could give you an advantage.

Required Skills:

Digital skills : to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

Skills:

• customer service skills
• business management skills
• administration skills
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• knowledge of economics and accounting
• patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
• the ability to work well with others
• the ability to use your initiative
• knowledge of English language
• excellent verbal communication skills
• active listening skills
• the ability to read English
• thinking and reasoning skills
• leadership skills
• the ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning
• excellent written communication skills
• maths skills
• concentration skills
• a good memory

What you'll do:

Facilities managers oversee the operation and maintenance of building systems and services.

In this role you could:

• be in charge of refurbishment, renovations and office moves
• make sure the building is maintained and meets health and safety standards
• advise on energy efficiency
• manage cleaning, waste disposal, catering, parking and security
• manage budgets and accounts
• negotiate with contractors and suppliers
• manage office systems like IT and equipment

Location : You could work in an office, at a sports arena or at a conference centre.

Salary:

Starter : £23,000
Experienced : £47,000

These figures are a guide

Working hours:

38 - 40 hours a week

Working Pattern is between 8am and 6pm flexibly

Career Path:

With experience you may be able to progress to senior or regional manager roles.