Workplace Operations Manager
| Posting date: | 25 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £42,839 to £47,181 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 March 2026 |
| Location: | Scarborough, North Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | North Yorkshire Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Salary: £41,511 to £45,718 per annum
Grade: L
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Would you like to oversee the workplaces of North Yorkshire Council? Do you have experience leading a fantastic team and proven experience in Facilities Management?
We may have the role for you!
About the Role
We’re seeking a dedicated Workplace Operations Manager to join our Commercial, Property, and Procurement team. North Yorkshire Council’s Property and Land Estate consists of over 3,000 land and property assets over a geographical area of 3,341sq miles, including operational offices, operational buildings delivering front line services, farmland, and private, residential, and commercial holdings. North Yorkshire Council work with several partners, such as the Local Police Force and the NHS, to support land and building requirements.
As a Workplace Operations Manager, you will
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee operational support to ensure Council workplaces are safe, fit for purpose, and efficiently managed.
Manage contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance, effective delivery, and value for money.
Lead and guide a team of Workplace and Facilities Management professionals, promoting quality, customer service, and professionalism.
Support performance monitoring, continuous improvement, and service optimization within the workplace portfolio.
Ensure workplaces meet compliance standards, including health & safety and the Equality Act, and drive sustainable improvements.
Additional Duties:
Manage team performance, recruitment, and development while fostering collaboration across the organization.
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including NHS, Police, and other partners.
Contribute to strategic asset management, service planning, and policy development, ensuring alignment with the Council’s objectives.
Promote continuous improvement, implement best practices, and support a culture of quality assurance and innovation in workplace management.
What are we looking for?
Recent experience in operational management of Workplace/Facilities Management services within a property portfolio.
Strong understanding of statutory requirements and best practices in property maintenance and building services compliance.
In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk management.
Proven expertise in procurement and contract management within facilities management.
Demonstrated leadership skills that foster commitment and promote a positive organizational culture.
If you’re passionate about making a difference in how public services are delivered and want to be part of a dynamic team, we would love to receive an application from yourself.
Why work for us?
When you join us, you are entitled to our outstanding benefits and wellbeing plan as part of your position.
Our holiday entitlement starts at 28 days rising to 34 days (pro-rata) per year with continued service, plus public holidays.
Pension: save for your retirement with our generous local government pension scheme with a 18.1% contribution.
Fitness & Rewards: Fitness discounts with various Gyms across the county.
Stay on top of your game and save £££.
Lifestyle Savings: explore a huge range of discounts to help you save money across hundreds of the UK’s favourite high-street and online retailers.
Please click our Total Rewards link below to see the full range of benefits available.
Contact
For an informal discussion and more information about this role, please contact Joy Morrison via Joy.Morrison@northyorks.gov.uk
Key Dates:
Closing Date: 08th March 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Key Documents:
Job Description
Total Rewards Brochure
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Grade: L
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Would you like to oversee the workplaces of North Yorkshire Council? Do you have experience leading a fantastic team and proven experience in Facilities Management?
We may have the role for you!
About the Role
We’re seeking a dedicated Workplace Operations Manager to join our Commercial, Property, and Procurement team. North Yorkshire Council’s Property and Land Estate consists of over 3,000 land and property assets over a geographical area of 3,341sq miles, including operational offices, operational buildings delivering front line services, farmland, and private, residential, and commercial holdings. North Yorkshire Council work with several partners, such as the Local Police Force and the NHS, to support land and building requirements.
As a Workplace Operations Manager, you will
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee operational support to ensure Council workplaces are safe, fit for purpose, and efficiently managed.
Manage contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance, effective delivery, and value for money.
Lead and guide a team of Workplace and Facilities Management professionals, promoting quality, customer service, and professionalism.
Support performance monitoring, continuous improvement, and service optimization within the workplace portfolio.
Ensure workplaces meet compliance standards, including health & safety and the Equality Act, and drive sustainable improvements.
Additional Duties:
Manage team performance, recruitment, and development while fostering collaboration across the organization.
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including NHS, Police, and other partners.
Contribute to strategic asset management, service planning, and policy development, ensuring alignment with the Council’s objectives.
Promote continuous improvement, implement best practices, and support a culture of quality assurance and innovation in workplace management.
What are we looking for?
Recent experience in operational management of Workplace/Facilities Management services within a property portfolio.
Strong understanding of statutory requirements and best practices in property maintenance and building services compliance.
In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk management.
Proven expertise in procurement and contract management within facilities management.
Demonstrated leadership skills that foster commitment and promote a positive organizational culture.
If you’re passionate about making a difference in how public services are delivered and want to be part of a dynamic team, we would love to receive an application from yourself.
Why work for us?
When you join us, you are entitled to our outstanding benefits and wellbeing plan as part of your position.
Our holiday entitlement starts at 28 days rising to 34 days (pro-rata) per year with continued service, plus public holidays.
Pension: save for your retirement with our generous local government pension scheme with a 18.1% contribution.
Fitness & Rewards: Fitness discounts with various Gyms across the county.
Stay on top of your game and save £££.
Lifestyle Savings: explore a huge range of discounts to help you save money across hundreds of the UK’s favourite high-street and online retailers.
Please click our Total Rewards link below to see the full range of benefits available.
Contact
For an informal discussion and more information about this role, please contact Joy Morrison via Joy.Morrison@northyorks.gov.uk
Key Dates:
Closing Date: 08th March 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Key Documents:
Job Description
Total Rewards Brochure
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.