Assistant Centre Manager – Facilities & Operations

Ready to take ownership of how a busy, high-quality workspace runs, from compliance and maintenance to the people who use it every day?

Niche Recruitment is partnering with a well-established serviced workspace provider to recruit an Assistant Centre Manager for their thriving business centre in Chippenham. Part of a growing national network supporting over 1,000 businesses across the UK and Ireland, the centre provides flexible offices and co-working space for ambitious start-ups, scale-ups and SMEs.

This is a hands-on facilities and operations role at the heart of the centre. You’ll keep the building safe, compliant and looking its best, manage contractors and maintenance, and make sure everything runs like clockwork. When the Centre Manager is away, you’ll step up and take charge.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing soft and hard facilities, building presentation, and health and safety compliance
• Delivering the planned maintenance schedule and overseeing works from start to finish
• Procuring and managing contractors and suppliers, with a focus on value for money
• Keeping the asset register, contracts and operational records accurate and up to date
• Handling purchase orders, invoicing and cost monitoring
• Being a trusted point of contact for occupiers and supporting the front-of-house team
• Deputising for the Centre Manager across all aspects of centre operations

What we’re looking for

• Experience in facilities, building or operations management, ideally covering soft and hard FM
• Working knowledge of health and safety compliance and contractor management
• Strong organisation and record-keeping, with a sharp eye for detail
• Experience with financial admin such as purchase orders and invoice reconciliation
• A confident, professional communicator who builds strong relationships
• A proactive approach: you spot issues early and get them resolved

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary + flexible benefits package
• Permanent, full-time role, 37.5 hours per week
• Real ownership of a busy, well-run business centre
• Ongoing training and a clear path towards Centre Management

Sound like you?

You might currently be an Assistant Facilities Manager, Facilities Coordinator, Building Manager, Office Manager or Site Operations Coordinator. If you know what it takes to keep a building compliant, well maintained and running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV and a member of the Niche Recruitment team will be in touch to talk you through the opportunity.