Technical Facilities Manager

Technical Facilities Manager

Location: Gorbals Health Centre, Glasgow Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 17:00 Contract: Full time, permanent

About Robertson Facilities Management

Robertson Facilities Management (RFM) provides hard and soft FM services, grounds maintenance and energy services for single and multi-site locations throughout the UK. We work across sectors including education, healthcare, emergency services and commercial, assuring our customers of high-quality, best value and a sustainable approach.

RFM has grown significantly since its inception in 1999, with a turnover of £181m for FY2025 and employs more than 1500 people. We are now on a growth trajectory, with ambitious plans to grow the business to £300m turnover by 2030.

About the Role

The Technical Facilities Manager reports to the Contract Manager and will assist them with delegated reporting, budget management, and meeting tasks. The job holder requires the ability to manage client relations, internal teams, and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the Facility is maintained efficiently and effectively in line with client expectations and to a standard that is pleasant, safe and compliant with all relevant guidance and legislation
• Plan and deliver effective property maintenance systems
• Ensure that maintenance duties are carried out to support the objectives of the client and with respect for the dignity and privacy of any relevant resident groups
• Liaise with Client Representatives ensuring positive constructive relationships based on long term partnership
• Monitor performance and provide formal monthly reports to the client and the Contracts Manager confirming compliance with the requirements of the contract and identifying issues for discussion, future workload, risks and opportunities
• Control expenditure on delegated budgets within agreed limits, ensuring that value for money is achieved
• Proactively manage risk; establish contracts, procedures, health and safety systems and audits which ensure that the services are compliant with legislation and that contingency plans are in place
• Carry out any other duties assigned by the Contract Manager in connection with RFM's operational requirements
• Ensure personal achievement and development plans/Appraisals for staff under their control are completed and reviewed each year and ensure training requirements are delivered
• Ensure site managers are aware of their roles and responsibilities and are aligned between all other departments; including but not limited to, hard and soft services, HR, SHE and procurement

Requirements

• Degree/diploma or professional qualification in a Facilities Management discipline or equivalent experience
• Previous experience in a supervisory capacity
• Experience in subcontractor management
• Ability to undertake a range of audits from quality, H&S and FSA
• A recognised health and safety qualification e.g. IOSH
• Good level of computer literacy
• Analytical & problem solving skills
• Proficiency in the use of CAFM systems
• Technical background is required
• PVG/Disclosure Check required

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will have a motivation to continuously improve all aspects of the operation and deliver quality of service in line with contractual expectations and our business values.

Our Values

We listen Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard.

We are professional Our mix of prudence and diligence, care and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver.

We take responsibility Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters.

We are determined to succeed Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit.

We are one team We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted.

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave
• Company car or car allowance
• Private Healthcare
• Private pension
• Life assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Rewards platform for discounts with retailers, supermarkets, restaurants and more
• Annual flu vaccine
• Free Health & Wellbeing advice

Diversity and Inclusion

We're a company with strong family values and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. We're working to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can feel welcome, included, and where we can all be our authentic selves.