Green buildings and the FM role in the environment
27 May 2021If you’re in facilities management you’ll be well aware of going green – the process of making systems and buildings environmentally sustainable and low impact. Think about your building. How many hours are the lights on? How much energy is required to keep assets running? And how can FM create sustainability in older buildings? In […]
The great return: why conventional workplaces still matter
14 May 2021With 78% of workers saying they want to work from home three days a week, the days of conventional workplaces might seem numbered. But despite the success of WFH, there are some compelling reasons why the idea that office workplaces have become obsolete could be premature. Here’s why there’s no need to panic if you’re […]
Happy World Facilities Management Day
12 May 2021The purpose of World FM Day is to recognise and celebrate the vital work that workplace and facilities managers and the wider industry contributes to business worldwide. It aims to raise the profile of the facilities profession anywhere that its practitioners influence the health, safety, productivity, and wellbeing of people who use the built environment. […]
The rapidly evolving world of remote facilities management
21 April 2021If you work in facilities management you’ll be familiar with preventative maintenance, managed rollouts and making data-driven decisions. They’re all effective ways to lower spend and extend asset longevity. But the way you carry out your work is changing. Remote facilities management could be the new normal if hybrid styles of working take hold. You […]
Next steps following an FM interview
13 April 2021Did you know that what you do after an interview could impact on whether you get the job? If you’ve ever wondered whether you should follow up on an interview with an email or call, then you may be interested in making the most of the post-interview period. If you want to reinforce the professional […]
Everything you need to know about a career in facilities management
25 March 2021Facilities management is at the heart of the success of any business. This role is gaining growing recognition as workplace design becomes more critical to productivity, health and wellbeing, especially in the way of the pandemic. If you’re interested in a career in FM, here’s what you need to know about moving into this exciting […]
Successful facilities managers have these skills
15 March 2021Interested in a career in facilities management? Then you’ll need a wide-ranging set of skills from operations and maintenance to project management. It’s even more true now that the pandemic has changed the face of the workplace. But beyond the tick box lists, what are the skills that an FM needs to really stand out […]
5 questions to ask to help you choose the right recruitment agency for your business
27 December 2020Working with a dedicated FM recruitment agency is a smart move. They’ll understand what you’re looking for and help you make the right hire, the first time. Choosing the right agency can be daunting, but if you ask the right questions you’ll make the right choice. Read on for the five questions you need to […]
5 things all Facilities Managers should have on their CV
22 December 2020With radical changes to the planning system afoot, now could be the time to brush up your CV. Before you start CV writing, think about how you can differentiate your CV when you’re job hunting. Keep it short, no more than 2 pages, and use bullet points, formatting and alignment so that readers can scan […]
5 Tips to Write The Perfect Job Description
18 November 2020When it comes to writing a job description for the FM sector, where do you start? And does it really matter? Well, yes, is the simple answer. Not only should each employee have a clear job description as part of the HR process. Crafting the perfect job description can actually help you to secure the […]