Facilities Management

The Advanced Apprenticeship in Facilities Management is a qualification where you will learn about the specifics of facilities management as well as general management topics.

Facilities managers are responsible for the systems and people that make a building operate effectively, efficiently and safely. Activities include anything from managing the maintenance of the heating or air conditioning systems to managing the catering, cleaning, reception and the security of a building. In many cases the facilities manager will be responsible for environmental management, business planning, risk management and are also likely to be responsible for a large team of staff.

As an apprentice you could be working as an assistant to a facilities manager, supervising one or more of the facilities or services. You will be involved in resolving issues and making sure the facilities are running smoothly. You could also be employed by a facilities management company in a junior or trainee role.

Types of buildings that you will be working in vary and could include offices, shopping centres, hospitals, schools, colleges, universities and sports stadiums.

Facilities Management apprentices can also apply for associate membership to the British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM).

Find out more about related job roles by clicking the links below:

• Assistant Facilities Manager
• Facilities Manager