FACILITIES MANAGER Interview Questions & ANSWERS! (How to PASS a Facilities Management Interview!)

[00:00:00] Speaker 1: Hi there! My name is Richard McMunn from the interview training website, PassMyInterview.com. And in this tutorial, I will teach you how to pass a Facilities Manager interview. If you are applying to become a Facilities Manager with any company or any organization, make sure you stay tuned, watch the presentation from start to finish, because I will help you be the standout candidate. And to achieve that goal, this is what I will cover during this tutorial. I will give you a list of Facilities Manager job interview questions that I strongly recommend you prepare for. I will then give you proven top scoring answers to all of those interview questions. I will then give you some essential tips for passing your Facilities Manager job interview. And finally, I will tell you how you can download all of my top scoring ready-made Facilities Manager interview questions and answers. And just very quickly, please do make sure you give the video a LIKE, because that always motivates me to create more content for you. And make sure you SUBSCRIBE to the channel, because I can then help you pass every job interview you ever attend. Thank you very much. So, the first Facilities Manager interview question that I strongly recommend you prepare for is, tell me about yourself. So, this is going to be the first interview question that you will need to answer. Now, it is really important that you get your interview off to a flying start by giving a confident response that proves to the hiring manager, you already have the skills and qualities needed to excel in this role. So, here's a great example answer to help you. "Tell me about yourself. Here we go. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be interviewed for this Facilities Manager position today. I would describe myself as a competent, reliable and resilient Facilities Manager who has the depth of knowledge and expertise to hit the ground running in the role. I am a strong communicator and I understand the importance of building positive relationships with staff, suppliers and contractors. I am an analytical problem solver and I can be relied upon to make decisions that are in the best interests of my employer. Over the years, I have gained lots of experience in a variety of roles where the need to work to strict rules and procedures is essential and where I have to plan and organize my work in order to be effective. Now, if you hire me as your Facilities Manager, I will always focus on the organization's commercial objectives. I will be frugal whilst using resources and I will ensure all staff I am responsible for work on time and to the highest standards achievable." That is a confident and brilliant answer to that first Facilities Manager interview question. Tell me about yourself. Here's the next interview question that I recommend you prepare for. "Why do you want to work for our company as a Facilities Manager?" Now, it is imperative that you spend some time researching their organization before you attend your Facilities Manager interview. Take a look at their website, their history, the company plans and their latest news stories. So, here's another great example answer to help you pass your Facilities Manager interview. "Why do you want to work for our company as a Facilities Manager?" Here we go. "I would like to work for your company because I genuinely believe, as a competent Facilities Manager, you need the support of your employer. Now, a Facilities Manager is only as good as their employer and having researched your company before applying, I was impressed with your track record of success, the numerous accolades you have received and the vision you have for the organization. I am looking for long-term employment with the same company and I believe I can genuinely add value to your organization by quickly becoming a productive, trustworthy and competent Facilities Manager." So, that's another smart and professional answer to help you pass your interview. Now, don't go anywhere because I still have more questions and answers to work through with you. But when you're ready, if you click that link in the top right-hand corner of the video, it will take you through to my website, PassMyInterview.com and you can download my full set of 21 Facilities Manager interview questions and top scoring answers, including the ones I am working through with you today. But here's the next question for you. What skills and qualities are needed to be an effective Facilities Manager? Now, this question is simply being asked because the hiring manager wants to be certain you have read the job description. So, here's the perfect example scripted answer to help you. What skills and qualities are needed to be an effective Facilities Manager? Here we go. To be effective as a Facilities Manager, you need numerous adaptable skills and qualities. Now, top of the list is communication and influencing skills. You must communicate in a timely manner, be concise in how you deliver your message and have the right approach when influencing people so they buy into your vision. You need to be a strong problem solver and be capable of thinking outside the box to find the right solution to the problem you are faced with. You must possess confident decision-making skills and be prepared to make decisions that might sometimes be unpopular. You must be commercially aware and always put the needs of the organization above everything else. Finally, you need effective management skills that enable you to get the most from your team. You need to be a brilliant planner and organizer, a good collaborator and also be prepared to take on board feedback from your senior managers and company directors. Again, that's another really confident answer that's going to help you be the standout candidate during your Facilities Manager job interview. Here's the next question that I recommend you prepare for. Tell me about a time when you had to make a difficult decision. Now, as a Facilities Manager, you will have to make numerous difficult decisions on a regular basis. Now, when answering this behavioral interview question, give a specific situation you were in where you had the confidence to make a decision that was in the best interests of your employer. So, here's another great example answer to assist you. Tell me about a time when you had to make a difficult decision. Here we go. In a previous role, I had been using the same contractor for several years. They were very reliable and they all always delivered on their promises. However, things started to change when they experienced staffing issues and the service they were providing deteriorated. They contacted me to apologize for the issues and they said they were working hard to get things back to normal. However, the organization I was working for did not have the time to wait for their problems to be resolved and so I decided to let them go. Now, this was purely a business decision and I quickly managed to find a new contractor who delivered on their promises and provided the service we needed. I will not be afraid to make ruthless or difficult decisions as a Facilities Manager and I will always prioritize your commercial objectives." That's a great example answer to that difficult interview question. Here's the next question that I recommend you prepare for. How would you build relationships with contractors and suppliers as a Facilities Manager? Now, as a Facilities Manager, you will need to build long-term relationships with people, including suppliers and contractors. Now, when you answer this interview question, make sure you state you will always put the needs of their organization first. Here's another great example, scripted answer to help you. How would you build relationships with contractors and suppliers as a Facilities Manager? Here we go. I would choose contractors and suppliers carefully by analyzing their track record, how long they have been operating for and their reliability. I would aim to build positive mutually beneficial relations with contractors and suppliers, but I would outline in very specific terms from the outset how I wanted the relationship to operate. I would always make clear our aims and objectives and ensure strict terms and conditions were included in any business relationship. That's another great answer. Here's the next question. Here's the next question. How would you carry out a risk assessment as a Facilities Manager? This is a tough one. Your ability to carry out your duties as a Facilities Manager, safely and competently, is going to be assessed during your interview. Now, this interview question is a great way for you to showcase your knowledge and expertise as a Facilities Manager. Here's a great example answer to assist you. How would you carry out a risk assessment as a Facilities Manager? Here we go. I would always utilize the five-step risk assessment model, which has been tried and tested for many years. Step one would be to ascertain the hazards in the workplace or the hazards pertaining to the item I was assessing. Step two is where I determine who is at risk of harm and how the harm might come about. Step three is where I evaluate the risks and take action to prevent them from happening. Now, this might include additional training or the requirement for staff or the requirement for staff or contractors to wear personal protective equipment. Step four is where I record my findings and share them. And finally, step five is where I review the risk assessment, which would take place as a minimum on an annual basis. So, that's another really good answer that shows you fully understand the different steps needed when undertaking a risk assessment. Now, the next thing to do is make sure you now click that link in the top right-hand corner of the video. Head through to my website, PassMyInterview.com and you can download my full set of 21 Facilities Manager interview questions and top-scoring answers, including all the ones I covered during this tutorial. Finally, don't forget to hit the subscribe button. That's really important. Please do give the video a like because that motivates me to create more content for you. And you can also connect with me on LinkedIn. I've put my LinkedIn link in the description below the video. It's always good to connect with like-minded I'll see you next time. I'll see you next time. Thank you so much for watching. And I wish you all the best for passing your Facilities Manager interview. Have a brilliant day.