Senior Area Facilities Officer

3 months Contract with a Local Authority Umbrella - £31.89 per hour - Umbrella Job Purpose As a Senior Area Facilities Officer , you will support the delivery of Facilities Management services across Southwark Council's operational property portfolio. You will manage and oversee building-related facilities services, compliance, maintenance activities, service contracts, and operational standards to ensure council buildings remain safe, compliant, and fit for purpose. Key Duties/Accountabilities • Manage and support Facilities Managers across a portfolio of operational buildings. • Act as the intelligent client for Facilities Management services. • Ensure buildings are inspected, audited, and maintained in accordance with statutory requirements. • Monitor building compliance, condition, safety, and maintenance standards. • Respond to emergency and urgent property-related issues. • Specify, commission, and oversee repair, maintenance, and improvement works. • Lead the implementation and monitoring of Service Level Agreements (SLAs). • Manage customer and client relationships across council departments. • Support the delivery of site-based facilities management services. • Monitor and manage budgets of up to £250,000. • Produce and analyse performance and financial information. • Liaise with Building Surveyors, Architects, Quantity Surveyors, and MEP Engineers. • Ensure Health & Safety, statutory compliance, and council policies are followed. • Support reactive maintenance, minor projects, and ongoing facilities operations. • Ensure operational buildings provide a safe and secure environment for staff and visitors. • Support service improvement initiatives and business planning activities. Essential Experience Required • Previous Facilities Management experience. • Experience managing operational buildings and property portfolios. • Experience overseeing maintenance, repairs, and facilities contracts. • Experience monitoring building compliance and Health & Safety requirements. • Experience managing contractors and service providers. • Experience managing maintenance budgets and expenditure. • Experience developing and managing Service Level Agreements. • Experience working within Local Government, Public Sector, Corporate Facilities Management, or a similar environment. • Experience managing customer relationships and stakeholder engagement. • Experience producing management information and performance reports. • Strong knowledge of building operations, compliance, and property management. Essential Qualifications Required • Relevant Facilities Management, Property Management, Building Management, or Estates experience. • Right to Work in the UK. Additional Information to Note • Working hours: 36 hours per week. • Online interview. • Interview Date: 29th September 2026. • Supplier Submission Deadline: 28th September 2026. • Experience managing large operational property portfolios is highly desirable. • We work on bi-weekly payment schedule. • Apply ASAP.