About Us – Recruitment Partner

Centrue Recruitment, based in the City of London, is acting as the recruitment partner for this position. We support our clients with tailored end-to-end hiring solutions and are managing the recruitment process on their behalf.

Our client is a prominent and innovative group company based in London Waterloo, and they are looking for a hands-on Buildings Facilities Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day running of one of their key venues. This role is ideal for someone who is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves to carry out reactive maintenance as they are coordinating contractors, managing safety systems, and keeping the building fully operational. You will play a central role in ensuring the venue is safe, compliant, and running smoothly, while delivering reliable support to residents, teams, and stakeholders.

Job Description:

Buildings Facilities Manager

Location: On-site- London Waterloo

Salary: Circa £50,000 p/a DOE

Responsibilities

• Carry out weekly life-safety checks (fire alarms, sprinklers, etc.) and monitor HVAC/BMS systems.
• Perform reactive maintenance (basic plumbing, carpentry, painting) and schedule planned works under PPM contracts.
• Manage contractors, service providers, budgets, and procurement.
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and Fire Safety standards; complete risk assessments.
• Support environmental and sustainability initiatives and produce impact reports.
• Act as keyholder, attending the venue out of hours when required.
• Oversee building improvement works, maintenance planning, pest control, and general facilities operations.
• Manage and maintain key building systems, including:
• HVAC, Life Safety Systems, Security, Electrical, Plumbing, Access Systems, BMS, General Maintenance, IT & Networking, Environmental Impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Building Facilities Management with responsibility for building safety and operations.
• Practical skills across electrics, plumbing, and general maintenance.
• Experience using a helpdesk system and managing contractors/service providers.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to report clearly to directors and stakeholders.
• Excellent prioritisation, problem-solving, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Strong relationship-building skills with a track record of reliable delivery.

Desirable:

• Experience in a technology environment
• Health & Safety qualification.