Area Facilities Manager - South Region

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking an experienced Area Facilities Manager for the South Region. The successful candidate will manage a national facilities contract with a strong security focus while overseeing services like cleaning and catering. A minimum of two years' experience in security management and solid knowledge of HR processes are essential. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring excellent communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience at middle management in security services.
• Experience managing soft services such as cleaning and catering.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes including recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee delivery of soft FM services including security and cleaning.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and Health & Safety.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.

Skills

Security management

People management

Budget control

Health and Safety knowledge

Client relationship building

Job description

Job Introduction

Area Facilities Manager - South Region

Location

South (home base in Enfield)

Salary

Up to £40,000 per annum (DOE)

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Regional Facilities Manager to join our 14forty team, managing a national facilities management contract with a strong Security focus, while also overseeing other soft FM services including cleaning and catering.

As the primary point of contact for onsite teams, you will work collaboratively with the client's central security function and site managers, ensuring exceptional operational delivery across your region. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll drive compliance, service excellence, and continuous improvement in line with contractual Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the day‑to‑day delivery of soft FM services including security, cleaning, and catering.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements, industry regulations, and Health & Safety legislation.
• Keep all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Assignment Instructions (AIs) up to date in line with ACS and client requirements.
• Lead, motivate, and support onsite teams, ensuring high standards of service and operational excellence.
• Work collaboratively with the client Security Team, Site Managers, and client representatives to deliver accurate monthly performance and KPI reports.
• Manage the recruitment, training, and performance of all team members in line with company policies.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits, ensuring documentation, processes, and service levels meet or exceed contractual obligations.
• Oversee sub‑contractor performance, ensuring full compliance with company and client standards.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and environmental improvements across service delivery.
• Maintain strong budgetary control, working with the Regional Facilities Manager to ensure costs remain within forecast.
• Promote and enforce a strong Health, Safety and Environmental culture across all sites.

About You

You're a confident, people‑focused manager with a proven background in security‑led facilities management. You take pride in building strong client relationships, motivating teams, and maintaining exceptional service standards.

Essential

• Minimum 2 years' experience at middle management level managing security services.
• Minimum 1 year's experience managing other soft services (cleaning, catering, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, including recruitment, absence management, and disciplinary procedures.
• Proven ability to manage sub‑contractors and ensure compliance with SLA/KPI requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
• Valid SIA Licence and Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to travel within the geographical area of responsibility 5 days a week.

Desirable

• IOSH Working Safely qualification.
• BICSc Level 1 or 2 accreditation.

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