Maintaining a consistent, engaged workforce is one of the biggest challenges in facilities management. In this highly competitive market, candidates navigating the cost-of-living crisis seek the best salaries available, while clients demand maximum value for their investment.  

To support FM businesses navigating staffing challenges and drive positive industry change, Samsic UK is proud to launch the episode of our podcast: “Recruitment and Retention Strategies in the Facilities Management Industry”.  

Available now on YouTube and Spotify, this episode explores the best-practice methods needed to develop a robust recruitment and retention strategy, and establish a strong, engaged, and long-lasting cleaning team. 

FM Recruitment & Retention Tips from Industry Experts

Joining our host is Andrew Safo-Poku, HR Director at Samsic UK, overseeing over 3,900 employees nationwide. His leadership in workforce strategy has been recognised by HR Brilliance Awards and the Business Culture Awards. 

Andrew played a key role in Samsic UK’s recent 2024 HR Brilliance Award Silver Win and has been instrumental in Samsic UK becoming a national employer of choice. His expertise in workforce development has also led to Samsic being named a finalist for the Business Culture Builder Award and Best Talent Approaches. 

About the Expert: 

As a HR Director for over 3,900 employees across the UK, Andrew’s experience in nurturing career progression, employee engagement, and strategic hiring within the FM industry is unparalleled. See how we invest in our FM teams.

Key Takeaways from Our FM Recruitment & Retention Podcast

  • The biggest recruitment challenges currently facing the FM sector 
  • Common mistakes FM leaders make when attracting and retaining staff 
  • Creative recruitment strategies to attract top talent and the right cultural fit 
  • The importance of career development and training opportunities in retaining staff  
  • How to implement effective employee engagement programmes 
  • The key recruitment trends shaping the future of FM 

…and plenty more expert advice to help you future-proof your workforce. 

Why This Podcast Matters for the Future of FM

At Samsic UK, we are committed to driving positive change in the facilities management industry, for the good of our clients, our people, and the wider FM community.  

Our Samsic UK podcast series therefore provides best-practice strategies to support facilities managers, procurement specialists, and senior leaders in navigating key industry challenges. Together we can create a stronger, more sustainable FM sector. 

Ready to Strengthen Your FM Team?

Listen to Episode 2 on Spotify or YouTube and get proven strategies from Samsic’s HR experts.
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Want help applying these insights to your team? Get in touch!