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 Barcelona
Barcelona, the main city of Catalonia on Spain's east coast, is known for its fantastic weather and proud local culture. It is also Spain's second largest city and has all the cosmopolitan trappings you would expect. Among Barcelona's many attractions are the delicious seafood, stunning architecture and vibrant atmosphere. It began life as a Roman city and has remained important ever since. Today, it is a buzzing city offering more than enough reasons to look for flights to Barcelona. Between UNESCO World Heritage Sites, famous sports teams plus great food, there's no shortage of ways to amuse oneself.
Things to do and places to visit in Barcelona
Barcelona really does have something for everyone. The attractions of Barcelona include beautiful beaches to relax on, almost endless historical locations to explore, all the shops you could ever wish for, one of the world's most admired football clubs and world-class eateries - you may never want to leave. Luckily, with so much to do the city's compactness makes it easy to explore. Simply wandering through the streets is a great way to soak up the atmosphere.
Just some of the great things to do in Barcelona include:
- Marvel at Gaudi's masterwork, the Sagrada Familia.
- Sample the wide range of tapas in Barcelona's bars.
- See the somewhat surreal architecture of Antoni Gaudi.
- Wander through Park Guell, which offers great views over the city and out to sea.
- See the Cubist master’s early work in the Picasso Museum.
- Get lost in the winding streets of the Gothic Quarter, known locally as the Barri Gotic.
- Browse the upmarket shops along the Passeig de Gracia.
- Soak up the tranquil atmosphere in the Cathedral of the Sea.
- Watch the silky skills of FC Barcelona in a game at the Camp Nou.
- Enjoy authentic paella with fresh seafood.
- Climb Montjuic for spectacular views.