Facilities Services Programme Manager
| Posting date: | 05 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £56,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 July 2025 |
| Location: | Bristol, Avon and Bristol, BS37 6JX |
| Company: | Bromford |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1110594 |
Summary
Join Our Mechanical & Electrical Services Team and Make a Real Impact! ⚡
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location(s): Chipping Sodbury
Are you an experienced leader in facilities services and compliance, ready to take charge of a critical programme supporting safe, well-maintained homes and workplaces? If you have a passion for operational excellence, compliance assurance, and team development, this could be your next opportunity.
As our Facilities Services Programme Manager, you will oversee the direct delivery of Facilities Services and Compliance Programmes, ensuring legal, technical, and service standards are not only met—but exceeded. This includes managing the maintenance of communal lighting and ensuring full compliance across water hygiene (including Legionella), fire safety (including extinguishers and fire blankets), and appliance safety (including laundry equipment).
You’ll coordinate routine testing, inspections, checks, and asbestos re-inspections across communal accommodation blocks and office sites—ensuring both resident safety and regulatory compliance.
Reporting to the Head of M&E, you will lead a high-performing team of approx. 25 engineers across multiple localities, through a management structure of 2 Facilities Service Delivery Managers and 4 Service Coordinators. You'll also take ownership of a devolved £2 million budget, ensuring services are cost-effective and deliver exceptional value.
What we're looking for:
- Proven experience managing compliance programmes (water, fire safety) in construction and/or social housing, across dispersed locations.
- Strong track record in customer-focused service delivery and stakeholder engagement (H&S, HR, Finance).
- Commercially astute with experience managing budgets and driving value.
- Sound knowledge of BS 5839-6, BS 5266-1, and CDM Regulations.
- Ability to assess and resolve compliance defects and plan cyclical works effectively.
- Holds or willing to gain relevant qualifications in fire detection, emergency lighting, PAT testing, and Legionella.
- NVQ Level 3 (M&E discipline) preferred.
- Confident IT user (Microsoft Office) with a full UK driving licence.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Resilient, detail-oriented, and committed to upholding Bromford values.
Please take a moment to review the role requirements and specifications attached at the bottom of this advert before submitting your application.
Benefits Package:
27 paid holidays per year, plus bank holidays and the option to buy/sell up to 5 days annual leave
A choice of two pension schemes, with employer contribution rates of up to 10% of salary
£500 personal allowance to spend on your choice of benefits such as private medical cover, critical health insurance, dental treatment and gym membership
⚕️ A wellbeing app that gives you access to free virtual GPs, 24/7 mental health support and rewards for healthy habits
️ Retail discount schemes to help you save on spending such as food shops, clothing and technology
At Bromford, we believe everyone deserves a place to feel at home. Join a team where your leadership will directly impact the safety, comfort, and well-being of thousands of customers. We offer a collaborative environment, investment in your professional development, and a culture that recognises and rewards your contributions.
Due to the nature of the role, a Basic DBS check will be required to ensure a secure environment. Ready to embark on this versatile journey? Apply now!
Swift action required! The closing date for applications is just around the corner on 1st July 2025. If you have any queries or need assistance, feel free to reach out to Natalie, our Resourcing and Talent Specialist, at Natalie.sayer@bromford.co.uk
Seize this opportunity now! In the event of a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Don't miss your chance to join us on this exciting journey! Apply promptly.