Facilities Team Leader (Soft Services)


Company:	Kent Fire & Rescue Service
Salary:	£44,575 to £50,423 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Tovil, ME15 6XB
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	26 Oct 2026
Closing date:	12 Nov 2026

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Summary

Being the Facilities Team Leader (Soft Services)

KFRS has locations across the whole of Kent and Medway. The estate consists predominantly of Fire Stations, 56 to be exact. But we also operate and maintain several other non-operational buildings. The Property Services team is responsible for managing the estate. We’re an in-house professional team, skilled in all aspects of Facilities Management. As the Facilities Team Leader for Soft Services, you will assist the Facilities Manager with the cost effective management and delivery of planned, reactive and compliance works across all KFRS sites. Ensuring that we deliver a high standard of customer service to all colleagues. Based at Service Headquarters, with requirement to travel around the county to undertake duties of the role 1-2 days per week. Full, clean drivers licence required. KFRS has a fleet of bookable pool cars for

this purpose. There will be an expectation that the post holder may occasionally need to work outside of core hours.

Essential requirements

What you’ll bring  Demonstrable experience of facilities management delivery across a multi-site portfolio.  Previous use of working with a Computer Aided Facilities Management system (CAFM) software.  A working knowledge of procurement processes and procedures  Full UK, Clean Driving License  Ability to negotiate effectively with contractors to achieve a positive outcome, build customer relationships and manage expectations.  Experience of leading a team, any experience of managing a remote team highly desirable.  Proficiency in office software, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.  A team player mind-set and can-do approach with willingness to work as a team when required.  You’ll be highly self-motivated, proactive, and positive.  You can plan and prioritise your workload to meet the demands and objectives of the organisation. Bringing organisational and planning skills, with an ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

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