Facilities Manager

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of two sites, ensuring that both locations are safe, well-maintained, and fully operational. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and supervising a team of maintenance and support staff, ensuring that all work is performed to a high standard, and within budget. Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of two sites, including maintenance, repair, and operational activities.
• Manage, develop, and supervise a team of maintenance and support staff across the two sites.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, and best practices.
• Ensure that all facilities are fully operational, maintained to a high standard, and meet the needs of employees, clients, and visitors.
• Develop and implement facilities management policies and procedures, ensuring that they are consistently followed across both sites.
• Manage budgets for both sites, ensuring that all costs are within agreed limits, and that all expenditure is appropriately authorized.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all facilities-related issues at both sites, liaising with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and contractors as necessary.
• Monitor and report on the performance of all facilities-related systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs, ensuring that they are effective, efficient, and cost-effective.
• Ensure that both sites are fully compliant with all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Implement and maintain effective communication channels with all stakeholders, ensuring that they are kept informed of facilities-related issues, projects, and activities.

About You:

• Bachelor's degree in facilities management, business administration, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in a facilities management role, with a track record of successfully managing multiple sites.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire, develop, and manage a team.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Experience in managing budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and manage competing demands.
• Strong analytical and technical skills, with experience in using facilities management software.
• Certification in facilities management or a related field is desirable.