Overview
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Facilities Manager to oversee the smooth operation and maintenance of our premises., ensuring that the site is legally compliant, well maintained, safe and fit for purpose at all times. This role requires a professional with strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a solid understanding of administrative and office management. You will be required to plan and co-ordinate specific site maintenance contracts and any remedial actions required along with project management of site improvements and changes.
Contracted hours: 40 Hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Reporting to: Commercial Director
Number of Reports: 9 Direct |5 Indirect
Location: Great Bridge ( You may be required to travel to other sites across the UK)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
· Facilities & Site Operations:
Oversee the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all site facilities in line with UK legislation and best practice;
Challenge suppliers on scope, cost, service levels, and compliance
Manage planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance of buildings, warehouse, and offices;
Manage contractors on site, including permits, RAMS, and safe systems of work;
Coordinate and manage external contractors, ensuring compliance with site rules and permit-to-work systems (ie, valaters, window cleaners, external hygiene company, pest control);
Manage facilities budgets, utilities, and service contracts to ensure cost-effective operations;
In conjunction with the Procurement Officer, negotiate the technical content of the site services contracts;
Oversee all cleaning and janitorial activities on the site;
Act as a point of contact for regulatory bodies, auditors, contractors, and service providers;
Comply with the Health and Safety responsibilities
Provide facilities support services to MBP Group branches as and when required.
· Team Leadership & Management
Line manage a team, providing clear direction, coaching, time & attendance and performance management;
Encourage accountability, continuous improvement, and engagement within the team;
Ensuring the delivery and maintenance of Continuous Improvement by the department
Acting as a liaison to senior management & external sales contacts to keep them up to date with any issues, targets and improvements
….and any other duties required to support the achievement of the Company’s objectives
Experience
· Previous multi-discipline experience, strong understanding of operations management, process optimization
· Leadership and team management skills, including the ability to motivate, mentor, and lead diverse teams
· IT literate in MS office products and email
· Practical knowledge of facilities management
· Management and control of sub-contract works
· 5 years experience in a maintenance / facilities management role
· Negotiating Contracts
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders on facilities and compliance matters;
· Able to promote a collaborative environment
· Able to manage difficult conversations and Conflict resolution
· Practical and hands on when required
ADDITIONAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
· Project management skills with regard to refurbishment and upgrades
· Project management such as Prince2 would be advantageous
· Knowledge of statutory requirements applicable to a manufacturing facility
· Good sense of urgency and responsiveness to repair situations
This position offers an opportunity to lead a dynamic team within a well-established organisation.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary depending on experience;
- Health & Wellbeing plan
- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement
- Company Sick Pay
- On-site free parking
- Company events
- Career development opportunities
No Agencies Please!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
