Westfield London are looking for a talented individual to join our Centre Management Team as the Facilities Manager. This is your chance to take on a pivotal role in a vibrant and fast-paced environment and be part of an innovative team.

Key objectives  

To deliver an asset strategy that safeguards and maintains the Centre’s building fabric, systems, plant, and equipment while fostering innovation to enhance asset performance and uphold its premium status. Additionally, the development and implementation of a contract procurement and management plan are crucial to consistently maintaining high standards at the Centre, in line with good estate management practices.

What you will be doing… 

• Centre Operations: Manage hard services contractors, conduct daily inspections, and ensure routine maintenance and contract works are completed. Communicate findings to the Senior Facilities Manager and deputise as needed.
• Contracts: Develop and manage contract scopes and specifications, monitor contractor performance, and ensure compliance with service level agreements.
• Budgeting & Financial Management: Oversee the annual budget, implement cost-saving initiatives, and ensure best value for money.
• Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with health, safety, and environmental policies. Maintain documentation and manage projects in line with CDM regulations. ISO45001 and ISO14001
• Sustainability: Develop and implement sustainability programmes to reduce the centre’s carbon footprint and enhance environmental practices.
• Team Performance: Provide leadership and support to the facilities team and collaborate with various departments.

  What skills, experience, and knowledge will you need to be successful? 

• Proven experience in the Facilities Management and Building Services sectors.
• Extensive experience in the scoping, tendering, negotiation, mobilisation, and management of contracts
• Working knowledge of Consumer law, Trading Standards, and related legislation
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and compliance requirements
• Relevant safety training and a working knowledge of health and safety legislation with practical experience in the implementation of procedures
• Proven negotiating and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of building principles and mechanical systems
• Demonstrated experience in creating and monitoring budgets.
• Relevant qualifications and accreditations
• Experience in project planning and management would be advantageous.
• NEBOSH, or at least IOSH
• M&E experience desired not essential.

Who are we? 

At Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), we develop and operate a portfolio of sustainable, premium, mixed-use real estate assets across Europe and the United States. Driven by our purpose to Reinvent Being Together, we are committed to accelerating urban regeneration and rethinking how we live together in cities. There are already 2,000 of us working together to reshape the future of real estate and shopping centres by creating innovative and engaging spaces that redefine togetherness. 

Our flagship destinations are more than just places; they’re the heartbeat of the community. We empower our employees to make a real impact through volunteering, DE&I programs, and leading ESG efforts. URW is at the cutting edge of experiential entertainment, constantly pushing boundaries to create unforgettable in-person and digital experiences. We’re all about surprising and delighting our customers, reinventing togetherness, and crafting magical moments.