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A Facilities Manager is an important hire for any business. This is the person who takes care of the physical working environment, and while the role is easy to take for granted, its impact on safety, cost, compliance and day-to-day experience is felt across the whole organisation.
The role can also be extensive, particularly in organisations with a large headcount or a complex estate, which makes recruiting the right individual difficult. This short guide sets out ten things employers should consider before and during the recruitment process, so that the selection is careful, the brief is realistic and the appointment holds.
What the guide covers
- Defining the scope of the role before you go to market
- Deciding whether you need a hands-on operator or a strategic leader
- Setting a salary that reflects the responsibility
- Assessing technical competence alongside people skills
- Structuring interviews so that every candidate is judged on the same evidence
- Checking references properly
- Avoiding the common mistakes that lead to a failed appointment
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