Introduction
General Services and Facilities Management play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation, safety, and efficiency of organizational environments. From managing physical assets and infrastructure to overseeing support services, this function directly impacts productivity, cost control, and service quality.
This program, developed by Global Horizon Training Center, provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of how to manage facilities and general services effectively. It covers key areas such as operations, maintenance, service delivery, contract management, and resource optimization, enabling participants to enhance performance and support organizational objectives.
Course Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of general services and facilities management
- Manage facility operations and support services efficiently
- Apply best practices in maintenance and asset management
- Oversee service providers and outsourced functions
- Develop and implement service delivery strategies
- Optimize resource utilization and cost control
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards
- Improve workplace efficiency and service quality
Target Audience
This program is designed for:
- Facility Managers and Supervisors
- General Services and Operations Managers
- Maintenance and Asset Management Professionals
- Procurement and Contract Management Staff
- Engineers and Technical Personnel
- HSE and Compliance Officers
- Professionals involved in workplace and service management
Outline
Day 1: Foundations of General Services and Facilities Management
- Introduction to Facilities and General Services Management
- Roles and Responsibilities of FM and General Services Teams
- Hard vs. Soft Services Overview
- Facility Operations and Service Scope
- Challenges and Risks in Facility Management
- Workplace Efficiency and Service Quality
Day 2: Facility Operations and Service Delivery
- Managing Daily Facility Operations
- Service Delivery Models and Best Practices
- Managing Support Services (Cleaning, Security, Catering, etc.)
- Vendor and Contractor Management
- Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and KPIs
- Monitoring and Evaluating Service Performance
Day 3: Maintenance and Asset Management
- Maintenance Management Strategies (Preventive, Corrective, Predictive)
- Asset Lifecycle Management
- Planning and Scheduling Maintenance Activities
- Managing Facility Infrastructure and Equipment
- Risk Management in Maintenance Operations
- Improving Reliability and Performance
Day 4: Contract and Resource Management
- Procurement and Contract Management in FM
- Outsourcing Strategies and Vendor Selection
- Budgeting and Cost Control in Facilities Management
- Resource Optimization and Efficiency
- Legal and Compliance Considerations
- Managing Contractor Performance
Day 5: Health, Safety, Sustainability, and Continuous Improvement
- Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Practices
- Workplace Safety and Risk Prevention
- Sustainability and Green Facilities Management
- Continuous Improvement and Innovation in FM
- Digital Tools and Smart Facilities
- Developing Action Plans for Operational Excellence
About London
The UK capital of London is a city that combines the old and the new. It is as equally famous for the latest fashion and innovation as it is for its impressive heritage. London's attractions range from the Royal Palace to the DIY atmosphere of its markets. It is also a picturesque city of parks and of course, the majestic Thames River. The city extends for miles beyond its ancient core and each neighborhood has its own charming atmosphere for visitors to explore. London also wears its status as a world city proudly and the influence of different cultures is plain to see in the food and fashion of the capital.
Things to do and places to visit in London
With so many attractions in London, anyone can find something to delight them. Art lovers will enjoy the world-renowned museums and galleries, most of which are free. Sports fans are spoilt for choice by the city's array of football clubs. Theatre and music fans have a vast list of venues to visit, whilst shopaholics have Harrods, Oxford Street, Camden and much more to look forward to after arranging flights to London.
Some unmissable London attractions include:
- Seeing priceless masterpieces in the Tate Britain or the National Gallery.
- Watching the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace.
- Visiting Trafalgar Square's famous monument.
- Marveling at the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London.
- Getting a bird's eye view of the city from the London Eye.
- Tasting one of Brick Lane's famous curries.
- Browsing the exclusive shops of Knightsbridge.
- Visiting a market – Spitalfields for antiques, Camden for clothes or Borough Market for street food.
- Admiring design from around the world in the Victoria and Albert Museum.
- Looking for clues at the home of fiction's most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes.
- Strolling through one of the lovely parks, including Hyde Park, St James' Park or Kew Gardens.
- Eating Britain's most famous dish, fish and chips.
- Watching the street performers in Covent Garden.
- Enjoying the views at a South Bank cafe.