Assistant Facilities Manager

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Marden; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Varied role with responsibility

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to make a difference

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Facilities Manager to take on a vital role in ensuring the efficient and safe operation of site facilities. This position involves day-to-day management of maintenance and compliance activities, coordinating contractors, and supporting Health & Safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have proven facilities management experience, strong organizational skills, and a hands-on approach. This role offers competitive salary, autonomy, and the chance to work collaboratively with site management teams.

Qualifications

• Proven facilities or maintenance experience within an industrial and office environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good working knowledge of Health & Safety best practice (IOSH or NEBOSH desirable).
• Experience managing contractors and negotiating service contracts.
• Hands-on problem solving and contractor coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day facilities and maintenance activities.
• Coordinate internal maintenance teams and external contractors.
• Oversee utilities, waste management, and site services.
• Plan and manage statutory inspections and compliance testing.
• Maintain buildings, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and drainage systems.
• Maintain buildings, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and drainage systems.
• Lead in CAPEX proposals and facilities budgeting.
• Maintain accurate asset records and logs.
• Support H&S compliance and contractor controls.
• Contribute to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 audits.
• Collaborate with site managers to align facilities with business needs.

Skills

Facilities management

Organizational skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

IT skills

Contract management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a hands-on facilities professional who enjoys variety, responsibility, and making a real impact on site operations?

We’re looking for an Assistant Facilities Manager to play a key role in keeping a busy site running safely, efficiently, and smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, problem-solving, and working closely with operational teams.

The Role

You’ll take day-to-day responsibility for facilities management across the site, ensuring buildings, plant, equipment, and services are well maintained and compliant. Acting as a key holder, you’ll manage both planned and reactive maintenance, coordinate contractors, and support wider site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of all site facilities and maintenance activities
• Coordinating internal maintenance teams and external contractors
• Managing security systems, including alarms, CCTV, and guarding services
• Overseeing utilities, waste management, and site services
• Planning and managing statutory inspections and compliance testing (LOLER, PAT, Legionella, Fire, LEV, etc.)
• Maintaining buildings, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and drainage systems
• Managing breakdowns and recovery to minimise downtime of critical assets
• Preparing CAPEX proposals and controlling facilities budgets
• Maintaining accurate records and critical asset logs
• Supporting Health & Safety compliance and contractor controls
• Contributing to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 audits
• Working closely with managers across the site to ensure facilities support business needs

What We’re Looking For

• Proven facilities or maintenance experience within an industrial and office environment
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Good working knowledge of Health & Safety best practice (IOSH or NEBOSH desirable)
• Confident communicator, comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels
• Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to troubleshoot issues
• Experience managing contractors and negotiating service contracts
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Flexible and reliable, with a willingness to support out-of-hours requirements when needed

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary
• Varied and autonomous role with real responsibility
• Opportunity to work across a wide range of facilities and assets
• Supportive, team-focused working environment
• A role where your contribution genuinely makes a difference

If you’re a proactive facilities professional looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.