About this role
Hours: 8:00am5:00pm (flexibility required to support business needs)
This is a three to six month fixed term contract working Monday to Friday 40 Hours a week.
Anabas is a dynamic, national Facilities Management provider focused on delivering outstanding workplace experiences for corporate office occupiers.
We are looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to act as the primary on-site representative, leading the strategic and operational delivery of all workplace and FM services. This is a pivotal role responsible for creating a seamless, high-quality employee experiencespanning workplace programmes, relocation projects, asset management, and day-to-day facilities operations.
You will bring a strong blend of project management expertise and stakeholder leadership, confidently balancing client expectations with supplier performance through a proactive, solutions-driven approach.
Pre employment vetting will be required for this role which includes a DBS check.
Key Responsibilities
Workplace Experience & Service Delivery
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Lead workplace experience initiatives, including events, hospitality, and engagement programmes
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Identify and implement service enhancements to continuously improve the employee experience
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Monitor performance through feedback, analytics, and utilisation insights
Projects & Building Relocation
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Plan and support the delivery of relocation and workplace projects, ensuring operational readiness
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Coordinate internal teams, vendors, and specialist partners
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Maintain project documentation including risk registers, schedules, and compliance records
Asset & Operational Management
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Oversee asset registers and lifecycle planning, ensuring accuracy and contractual compliance
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Manage planned and reactive maintenance in partnership with service providers
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Drive efficiencies to improve cost control and operational resilience
Facilities Management Operations (BAU)
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Lead day-to-day FM services including cleaning, security, reception, mailroom, and catering
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Manage and motivate on-site teams and contractors to deliver consistently high standards
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Ensure compliance with SLAs, KPIs, statutory obligations, and Health & Safety requirements
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Drive continuous improvement and service excellence across all operations
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Maintain accurate workforce planning via systems such as Deputy
Financial & Contract Management
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Hold budget accountability across labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
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Support contract reporting, governance, and continuous improvement planning
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Ensure cost control while maintaining high service quality
Stakeholder & People Management
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Build strong, professional relationships with clients and service partners
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Act as the escalation point for operational issues, resolving challenges effectively
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Lead team performance, development, and engagement
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Communicate clearly and confidently at all levels
Systems, Reporting & Compliance
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Maintain CAFM/CMMS systems and accurate operational records
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Produce weekly and monthly performance reports and insights
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Ensure all documentation (SOPs, risk assessments, schedules) is current and compliant
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Uphold Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity, and all company policies
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
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IWFM Level 3 (or higher)
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Project Management qualification (PRINCE2, APM, PMP or equivalent)
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Demonstrable experience managing workplace relocations
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35+ years experience in Facilities Management or operations leadership
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Experience working in a vendor-led environment with client-facing responsibility
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Proven track record in team leadership and service delivery
Desirable
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Experience delivering workplace experience or engagement programmes
Personal Attributes
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Proactive, solutions-focused, and resilient
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Strong stakeholder and interpersonal skills
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Professional, confident, and adaptable
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Able to manage competing priorities with sound judgement and diplomacy
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Passionate about delivering an exceptional workplace experience
W**hat We Offer
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33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays).
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Employee Assistance Programme.
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Recognition and Reward scheme.
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Cycle to Work scheme.
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Recommend a Friend incentive.
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Company events.
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Training and development opportunities.
If youre looking to join a dynamic organisation that truly values its people and its clients, wed love to hear from you.
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