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Deputy Building Manager, Rambert

  •  London
  •  Â£30k-40k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes October 26, 2025
  •  Charissa Falola
  •  recruitment@rambert.org.uk
  • #Dance
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Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Deputy Building Manager to support the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of our headquarters. This full-time role is hands-on and practical, working closely and deputising the Head of Building Operations and Estates.

Job Description

Act as the designated responsible person whilst on duty, ensuring the effective and safe operation of Rambert's facilities in accordance with internal policies and service provider agreements.

Support the scheduling and co-ordination of building spaces, aligning with the Company's needs and priorities.

Assist the Front of House team in the safe closing of the building at the end of business each day and opening when required.

To ensure that the relevant building operational policies and procedures are effectively implemented.

To fully support Rambert's environmental policy and support the work of the Operations Directorate in improving the organisation's environmental impact.

Daily management of the studios, providing a fast and professional service to building users, and to prepare studios for the following day's activities.

To support the Head of Building Operations and Estates in proactive involvement to maximising hires income and improving building efficiency.

To support all departments in the running of the organisations in-house events as required.

Serve as a key holder and an additional designated out-of-hours contact for the building's alarm monitoring company.

Conduct plant machinery and utilities checks under health and safety and statutory compliance.

Job Requirements

Essential Requirements

  • Facilities and building management or duty management background with preferably two years' experience.
  • An understanding of relevant health & safety legislation and its impact within a public building.
  • Experience within a customer-facing environment.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work with people of various departments and seniority.
  • Ability to multi-task administration and operational duties.
  • Practical and proactive hands-on approach.

Desired Proficiencies

Full training can be provided if required

  • Experience of scheduling and coordination staff.
  • Experience as a Fire Warden.
  • Experience in First Aid.
  • Health and Safety qualification (such as IOSH) or relevant experience.
  • An understanding of premises licensing.
  • Microsoft Office experience.
  • Basic IT experience.
  • Use of timetabling software, and CRM Systems.
  • An understanding and appreciation of the arts.

Job Responsibilities

Daily Operational Responsibilities

Ensure that the audio-visual (AV) and studio equipment is in good working order each day, and to manage the conferencing AV requirements.

Conduct daily building checks, testing, inspections and troubleshooting any building or facilities related issues directly or working with the facilities management contractor and service providers. Regularly updating the Head of Building Operations and Estates.

To carry out small maintenance tasks through the building as required.

To manage the security systems, databases, keys and access equipment to new staff and freelancers.

To act as the Fire Warden and the principal First Aider when on duty in-line with The Health and Safety Policy. Full training provided if needed.

To ensure that the building is in an excellent condition at the end of the day ready for the following morning's activities.

To monitor the environmental controls in the building ensuring all the studios and public area

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How to Apply

please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]

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