Building Fabric Manager

Serco Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent facilities management company is looking for a Building Fabric Manager to oversee the Fabric Estates team at Great Western Hospital. This critical leadership role involves ensuring compliance with all applicable standards in a dynamic healthcare environment while managing building fabric operations. Candidates should have relevant managerial experience and a Level 5/HND qualification, with a focus on compliance and safety legislation. The role offers a competitive salary and a benefits package, including a pension and annual leave.

Benefits

Up to 6% employer matched pension contribution

21 days annual leave + Public Holidays

All Leisure Employee Benefits

Free on site car parking

Additional pay for Authorised Person duties

Training and career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar building fabric or estates management role is essential.
• Strong knowledge of compliance and H&S legislation relevant to building fabric.
• Experience in a healthcare environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the in-house Fabric Trades team.
• Plan and deliver PPM, reactive maintenance, and minor works.
• Ensure statutory and fire compliance (Fire Doors, Dampers, Compartmentation).

Skills

Building fabric compliance

People management

Communication skills

Health & Safety legislation knowledge

Education

Recognised apprenticeship or Level 5 / HND qualification

Job description

Building Fabric Manager - Great Western Hospital

Band 4: Permanent, Full Time (Mon - Fri 8:00 - 16:30)

Up to £55,000 per annum + Corporate Benefits Package

Serco is seeking an experienced Building Fabric Manager to lead and manage the Fabric Estates team at Great Western Hospital.

Working as part of the Serco Estates Team, the role is accountable for the delivery of all building fabric operations across the estate, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, contractual obligations, and best practice standards.

This is a key leadership role within our Total Facilities Management contract, ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of building fabric services across a busy acute healthcare environment.

What you'll do

• Lead and manage the in‑house Fabric Trades team
• Plan and deliver PPM, reactive maintenance, and minor works
• Ensure statutory and fire compliance (Fire Doors, Dampers, Compartmentation)
• Manage CAFM records, audits, and contractor performance
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance and safe systems of work
• Attend client meetings and represent Serco professionally
• Support wider Estates and Soft FM teams to meet KPIs

What you'll need

• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 5 / HND qualification (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a similar building fabric or estates management role
• Strong knowledge of building fabric, compliance, and H&S legislation
• Excellent people management and communication skills
• Experience in a healthcare environment (desirable)
• NEBOSH and Authorised Person experience (desirable - training provided)

What we offer

• Up to 6% employer matched pension contribution
• 21days annual leave + Public Holidays
• All Leisure Employee Benefits (moreleisure.com)
• Free on site car parking
• Additional pay for Authorised Person duties (up to £2,000 p.a.)
• Training, development, and career progression within Serco