Building Services Manager Required

VERTO HR are looking for a reliable **Building Services Manager (BSM)** for a residential development based in Poundbury, Dorchester.

The purpose of the role isto ensure that the internal & external appearance of the building, amenities and facilities of the common parts only are maintained to the highest possible standards at all times.

Previous experience in building maintenance and technical knowledge are important parts of a Building Service Managers skill set. The BSM operative must be well-organised with good communications skill. A keen eye for detail and high standards is valuedgreatly in this job.

**Overview**

15 Hours per week - 3 days per week

08:00 - 13:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

£15.77 per hour

**Key responsibilities**
- Communicate any important issues to residents b. Liaise with the freeholder as necessary
- Facilitate the moving in of new homeowners
- Attend and document meetings with as required
- Assist residents with any enquiries and direct them to the right people where necessary f. Meet and greet visitors to the building and help to attend to theirs and residents needs
- Ensure front entrance is kept to highest standard with clean mats, no litter etc
- Check no finger marks on mirrors, pictures and all hanging straight and all areas pristine at all times
- Any other roles consistent with the job title that arise as time goes on and we learn about the building and residents wishes
- Keeping your working areas clean, clear and tidy
- If required to perform light maintenance and repairs across the communal areas of the building (e.g. painting and cleaning)
- Replace any failed lighting in communal areas that can be safely accessed
- Identify and report the need for major repairs both internally and externally to the
- Managing Agent or direct to a third party service contractor
- Monitor and report faults with any communal equipment or appliances to the Managing
- Agent or direct to a third party service contractor
- Undertake a bell test of the fire alarm system once a week
- Undertake a functional 'flick' test of the emergency lighting once a month
- Undertake a functional test of the sprinkler systems once a week r. Undertake a test of the lift telephones (x3) once a week
- Undertake flushing of any communal water outlets (e.g. taps and hoses) once a week t. Ensure all service records and on site log books are up to date
- Monitor the buildings CCTV system in line with the buildings CCTV Policy
- Maintain a log of names & contact details for landlords, residents and letting agents on PC
- and software provided
- Inspect the condition of common areas before and after contractors have completed their work
- Monitor the performance, service levels and attendance records of third party contractors
- (e.g. cleaners and window cleaners)
- Manage and distribute the buildings access control fobs/keys on PC and software provided
- Undertake other duties as assigned or emergency tasks (e.g. clearing snow, cordon off areas, moving barriers.)
- Keep a detailed work sheets/log reports detailing costs, repair requirements and issues for jobs raised by the Managing Agent
- Provide a safe and secure service to residents and visitors, and ensure any concerns are reported to the Managing Agent
- Supporting the Managing Agent on occasions by welcoming visitors and providing help to residents
- Responding effectively to residents and neighbourhood issues, dealing with complex and sometimes difficult situations in an appropriate manner
- Remedy light maintenance issues, ensuring maintenance repairs are reported to the
- Managing Agent
- Deal with any contractors working on the building
- Carry out regular internal and external patrols and Health and Safety checks and ensure any issues are logged and any identified actions are taken
- Use appropriate equipment to clean any common areas, the car park floor, ramp, and garage gates
- Remove or paint over as appropriate and graffiti, gum, or other items found on any surface whether vertical or horizontal that the site has responsibility for
- Completing any general administrative tasks, as directed by the Managing Agent
- Providing an out of hours' response service during emergencies only as required (e:g fire alarm activation)
- Acting in accordance with the aims of Royal Pavilions management team of maintaining and raising the profile of the building
- Completion of any incident reports for issues noted during hours of work and ensure these are passed on to the Managing Agent
- Carrying out any other duties, within the scope of the post, as directed by the Estate Manager or Property manager

**Requirements**:
Proven experience in building and facilities management
- Proactive individual
- Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing and building management systems
- Basic math skills
- Good communication ability
- Attention to detail
- Well-organised and apt in problem-solving
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team