Facilities Management Officer

About The Role

The role will involve monitoring and managing all aspects of the facilities management sections of the corporate property contract. This will require working closely with LCC's facilities management main contractor and developing a good working relationship, as well as working closely with building users to ensure safe and compliant premises and that buildings meets their service needs.

The post holder will provide reports and monitoring data to the Senior Facilities Manager and will need to be adaptable and able to deal with dynamic situations as they develop, which can be a regular occurrence, therefore, the ability to be reactive and to prioritise work is essential.

The role is based in Lincoln and is a hybrid role but there will be a requirement to travel to premises within the County as part of the role and to attend the office as and when required, this is usually 2-3 days a week.

About You

Candidates will have property facilities management experience along with experience in managing, monitoring and instructing contractors, as well as some experience in budget management and contract management.

 You will also be able to work across a range of different work streams, displaying the necessary professionalism and confidence to work alongside and advise Senior Managers and Members, as well as engage with building tenants and/or key stakeholders.

We are looking for someone with the following skills/attributes;

• Experience and knowledge in Facilities Management inc Key Performance Indicators, Hard and Soft FM
• Enthusiasm and ambition
• a quick learner, with excellent interpersonal skills
• innovation and ability to adapt to changing situations
• an understanding of property and Project management
• Good organisational skills
• A qualification/understanding of health and safety

What we can offer you

Along with a competitive salary we are offering;

• A Contributory, local government pension
• Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
• Sodexo Discounts and Benefits Scheme 
• Flexible working policies
• Career progression opportunities
• A generous leave entitlement with the option to buy more

Further details can be found in our rewards and benefits brochure

Next steps

 To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Michelle Owens (michelle.owens@lincolnshire.gov.uk).

Closing Date: Midnight 12th May

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Friday 24th May 2024.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary.  Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. 

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.