Facilities Manager
| Posting date: | 24 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,000 to £36,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | 35 days holiday!!!!! |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 July 2025 |
| Location: | Bridgwater, Somerset, TA66LS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HR GO Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HL240625SO_1750773913 |
Summary
Have you a trade such as plumbing, carpentry, electrician or builder? Have you worked in general buildings of facilities maintenance, if so read on.
Job Title: Facilities Manager
Location: Bridgwater, Taunton and Wellington
Reports To: CEO
Salary: 34k-36k
Contract Type: FT- 37 hours 8.30- 4.30 M-F
My client is in the charity sector and have multiple buildings they own and lease for the charities activities. They are looking for a facilities manager to oversee and coordinate everything from contractors, suppliers and over all logistics and then keep an overview to get the premises open & running. A company pool car can be provided to going between sites
Job Purpose
The Facilities Manager is responsible for ensuring that buildings and grounds are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with health, safety, and environmental standards. This role involves both strategic planning and day-to-day operations across a range of services such as building maintenance, security, space optimisation, vendor coordination, and budget oversight.
Key Responsibilities
- Building Maintenance
- Oversee all aspects of property maintenance and repairs, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- Coordinate preventative maintenance schedules and implement upgrades as needed to maintain building functionality.
- Safety and Security
- Develop and implement safety and emergency procedures.
- Manage building access controls and ensure the premises are secure at all times.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
- Space and Resource Management
- Maximize use of physical space, including layout planning and coordinating internal moves.
- Oversee parking facilities, furniture, and equipment logistics.
- Vendor and Contract Management
- Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with external suppliers (cleaning, waste management, security, etc.).
- Monitor vendor performance to ensure high service standards.
- Budget and Financial Oversight
- Prepare and manage the facilities budget.
- Track expenses, forecast future needs, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Compliance and Regulations
- Ensure all facilities operations are in line with current building codes, fire regulations, and health and safety laws.
- Maintain necessary certifications, records, and inspection reports.
- Environmental Sustainability
- Promote and implement sustainability initiatives, including energy-saving programs and waste reduction practices.
- Record Keeping and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, repairs, inspections, and vendor contracts.
- Provide regular updates and reports to senior management.
- Team Leadership
- Supervise and support facilities staff including maintenance personnel, custodians, and groundskeepers.
- Manage staffing schedules and facilitate training where required.
Skills and Qualifications
- Proven experience in facilities or building management.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Competence in managing budgets and negotiating service contracts.
- In-depth knowledge of building systems and maintenance procedures.
- Familiarity with health and safety legislation and regulatory requirements.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions.
- Proficiency in facilities management systems and relevant IT tools.
Desirable Qualifications
- Certification in Facilities Management (e.g., BIFM, IWFM, NEBOSH).
- Project management experience.
- Knowledge of sustainability best practices and environmental regulations.
27 days plus Bank holidays
Pension
Use of Pool van
If use own car- mileage at 45p
Laptop/ phone