Head Of Facilities Management in Bedford

We are looking to recruit an experienced Head of Facilities Management.

Would you thrive in a leadership role that manages a complex and diverse portfolio of growing commercial assets?

Do you have the skillset to improve existing processes and optimise the utilisation of our property management department?

Do you have the ability and experience to drive quality improvement and standards across our existing facilities management department and our Client’s portfolio of commercial assets?

If the answer to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you.

Kirkby Diamond Property Management Limited, are undertaking an exciting period of growth.

We have expanded and now have presence in Milton Keynes, Bedford, Luton, St Albans and Enfield.

The commercial assets we manage are predominantly within close proximity of our five offices with a small offering spread nationally.

Our portfolio of properties varies and includes offices, retail, leisure and industrial.

This will give you an incredible opportunity to grow your experience and exposure to complex facilities management issues.

About the Role

We are looking for someone with demonstrable facilities management experience and has previously worked within operations, maintenance and project management roles and a candidate who will help us shape and grow the department in line with expected company and portfolio growth.

In this role you will manage a small team of Facilities Managers creating a safe, productive and efficient environment.

You will report into the Associate Director of Property Management on the operational delivery of all facilities management services, ensuring that the services are delivered in accordance with all contractual obligations, standards and legislation, company policies and procedures.

You will oversee a programme of planned, preventative and reactive maintenance for which you will have budget constraints.

You will need to be technically proficient in contract management, day to day property maintenance and current building regulations including those requirements for listed buildings.

You will have excellent knowledge on property management compliance and be able to fully identify when systems and equipment certification is required; when, how, why and by who.

You will also have knowledge of current HSE legislation (preferably with a recognised qualification (IOSH or NEBOSH).

We work with an advanced compliance software system to ensure that compliance affairs are met, which is of paramount importance to us and Clients.

You will be responsible for meeting all statutory, mandatory and regulatory maintenance requirements.

We also work alongside a bespoke property management accounting software system, which keeps track of asset funds and budgeting.

Qualifications; IWFM Level 7, Certificate in Corporate Real Estate and Facilities Management (RICS), IOSH Level 6 Diploma/NEBOSH National General Certificate.

Other associated Facilities Management Certification and/or Diploma qualifications will be considered.

About You

You will be an excellent communicator, not afraid to hold others to account for their actions and project deadlines.

The successful candidate will possess second to none management skills and will take pride in their skillset with the work they undertake having a direct impact on the growth and success of the business.

We are seeking someone who can motivate a small team and drive strong performance.

You will need experience in compliance and risk management, and competence in contract management and contract administration.

You will need the ability to be able to work to programs and projects within budget.

Have experience of working with contractors, ensuring risk assessments are undertaken, and all work is compliant with the relevant legislation and policies.

Have excellent time management and organisation skills.

You will need to be a confident communicator who is able to build trusted relationships with staff, tenants and contractors.

We are looking for you to have knowledge of health and safety, CDM regulations, emergency procedures, fire safety, security and risk management.

It’s necessary to have a positive attitude and be an adaptable problem solver.

We require you to have good IT and administration skills to assist with efficient delivery of the role.

Primary Work Location: Milton Keynes with regular travel to our other offices and sites.