Global University Systems (GUS)
Assistant Facilities Manager
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Global University Systems (GUS)
Global University Systems (GUS) is an international education group that empowers students to transform their lives through education. We believe 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 certificates, degrees and post-graduate level qualifications, equipping our thriving multi-national community of students for lifelong success. Our world-leading network and state-of-the-art institutions power the upskilling of our students worldwide.
Assistant Facilities Manager
As an Assistant Facilities Manager, you will support the Building Manager in the day-to-day operation of university campus buildings, helping to ensure a safe, compliant, welcoming, and high-performing environment for students, staff, and visitors. Supporting our institutions by enabling them to focus on providing our students with the best education experiences. Your mission is to create an inspiring educational environment that enables our institutional stakeholders to succeed and every student to thrive.
Summary of role:
- Act as the first point of contact for facilities-related enquiries, delivering excellent customer service to students, staff, visitors, and stakeholders.
- Support the day-to-day operation of campus buildings, overseeing maintenance activities, contractor performance, and essential facilities services including cleaning, security, and waste management.
- Assist with health, safety, and compliance activities, including inspections, audits, statutory testing, risk assessments, and emergency procedures.
- Maintain accurate facilities records, compliance documentation, and management system data, while supporting budgeting, reporting, and sustainability initiatives.
- Contribute to building improvement, refurbishment, and operational projects, identifying opportunities to enhance service quality, efficiency, and the campus experience.
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Requirements
Essential
- Facilities Management qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience.
- Health & Safety qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
- Experience within facilities, estates, property, or building services.
- Strong customer service, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
- Good understanding of facilities management and workplace health & safety.
- Strong organisational, administrative, and Microsoft Office skills.
- Ability to manage priorities, solve problems, and work proactively.
Desirable
- NEBOSH General Certificate and/or IWFM membership.
- Experience in higher education, commercial office, or multi-occupancy environments.
- Experience using CAFM systems and supporting health & safety compliance.
- Knowledge of hard and soft FM services, contractor management, and statutory compliance requirements.
- Experience working with Building Management Systems (BMS).
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What we offer:
- Contributory Pension Scheme - 5% personal contribution & 3% Company contribution, so you can build long-term financial security with added benefits of the company contributions.
- Season Ticket Loan (T&C's apply) - spread the cost of your commute with an interest-free travel loan.
- Training & Development opportunities (T&C's apply) - access to short courses via FutureLearn and Group-wide professional development programmes.
- 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 - confidential support for your wellbeing, whenever you need it.
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 in your job search.
GUS 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.
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