Facilities Manager

Facilities Managers are responsible for managing services and processes relating to buildings, and the facilities within them.

You will have a diverse range of responsibilities which are dependent on the need of the organisation; these could include organising building maintenance or grounds maintenance, catering, health and safety, cleaning, security and more.

Facilities Manager is also known as Estates Manager, Support Services Manager, Contracts Manager, Facilities Supervisor.

Role Characteristics

Direct, coordinate and plan essential services and processes
In charge of refurbishment, renovations and office moves
Make sure the building is maintained and meets health and safety standards
Manage cleaning, waste disposal, catering, parking and security
Negotiate with contractors and suppliers
Organise and schedule things that could affect other people and departments

Skills

Organisation
Decision-making
Planning
Problem-solving
Team work
Communication

Routes into this role

Here are some example routes that can lead into this role.

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GCSEs

BTEC

T-Level

A-Levels

An apprenticeship

Undergraduate degree

How to become

You will normally need 5 GCSEs including English, maths, and sciences, or equivalent.

You will normally need either A-Levels, BTEC or T-Levels depending on your preference in learning. However, volunteering and work experience is valued by employers.

You could complete a degree or apprenticeship in facilities management.

It is important to check your preferred course provider's entry requirements for guidance.