Job Description

Global University Systems is an international education group, empowering students to transform their lives through education.We believe that education drives careers, lives, and society forward, enabling a brighter and more sustainable future for all.



Our institutions offer the broadest range of industry-relevant skills through inclusive, accessible and digital first learning. We offer a choice of career-enhancing certificate, degree and post-graduate level qualifications, equipping our thriving multi-national community of students for lifelong success. Our world-leading network of institutions powers the upskilling of our students worldwide.



Over the years, we have developed, acquired and partnered with a diverse portfolio of institutions. We currently educate over 115,000 students across 30 institutions worldwide and 630,000+ digital learners and we have ambition to continue to grow and innovate across the sector.

Position:

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As part of the continued development of the group we are implementing a new Operating Model and setting up central service departments. These teams will support our institutions by enabling them to focus on providing our students with the best education experiences and, will also enable GUS to benefit from economies of scale through centres of excellence.



The Building Manager has primary responsibility and accountability for the day-to-day management of their buildings, ensuring that the numerous and varied users find our buildings both welcoming and fit for purpose. They will also manage service contracts, ensuring all relevant policies & procedures are implemented and be the point of contact for all users relating to the building and facilities, ensuring that a compliant, safe, healthy and comfortable environment is provided.


Your role will focus on the following areas:



Liaison and relationships


Customer Service / Support


Compliance


Organisation


Continuous improvement

Requirements:

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Qualifications/Education

Management qualification or experience at management level in FM or building services.

Experience

Successful experience of managing partnerships and 3rd party stakeholders.


Experience of working in a facilities environment


Experience of providing a high standard of customer care


Experience of managing PPMs and contractors


Experience of maintaining accurate statutory compliance and building files/asset records


Planning and co-ordinating workloads


Experience of building security and safety regimes and business continuity

Knowledge & Skills

A track record of effective stakeholder management.


Supplier relationship management and contract management


The ability to effectively communicate complex technical issues to building users


Demonstrable record of strong FM service delivery management and continual improvement.


Good understanding of Soft and Hard FM services


Excellent oral and written communication skills


Excellent organisational skills and proven administrative ability


High level of IT literacy, including use Microsoft Office suite


Strong working knowledge and experience of Health & Safety regulations


Excellent customer service


Strong working knowledge and experience in BMS


Report writing skills

Other information:

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What we offer our Colleagues:

20 days annual leave (plus 1 day per year capped at 25 days). Pension 5% personal contribution & 3% Company contribution Season Ticket Loan (T&C's apply) Vision Express Eye Care Vouchers Training & Development opportunities (T&C's apply) Staff Discount Scheme - via My Rewards Hub, from various retailers - Fashion, Grocery, Health & Beauty, Travel, Automotive, Furniture, Dining, Sports and Leisure, Electronics etc Employee Assistance Programme. Refer a friend scheme for staff members (T&Cs apply).

-Social events through GUS Social Committee "GOSH - GUS on Staff Happiness".

Free Herbal teas, Coffee, Tea and Hot Chocolate daily. Daily batch of fresh fruits delivered to all campuses.


To apply, please send an up to date copy of your CV and Covering Letter stating out clearly how you meet the essential requirements to recruitment@gus.global or contact a member of the team to discuss further.

We acknowledge receipt of your CV for a position at [Entity] and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company. We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success.

Global University Systems is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.