Building Manager

Langworthy Cornerstone Association Ltd; Salford; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Langworthy Cornerstone Association Ltd in Salford is seeking an experienced Building Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, safety, maintenance and the accommodation of staff, volunteers and tenants.

You will work with the CEO and Service Delivery Manager to ensure compliance, strong facilities management and effective room hire, asset records and risk management for a busy community centre.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities, premises, building or operational management.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety, fire safety and building compliance.
• Experience coordinating repairs, maintenance and external contractors.
• Strong organisational skills and accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and resolve operational challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a professional approach.
• Commitment to equality and the values of a community-focused charity.
• IOSH, NEBOSH or fire safety training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily premises operations and facilities maintained to high standards.
• Maintain compliance records, inspections, fire safety procedures and risk reporting.
• Coordinate repairs, servicing, inspections and contractors.
• Oversee building access, visitor management, security procedures and emergency readiness.
• Support room hire operations and liaise with tenants and partners.
• Maintain building and equipment records, asset registers and schedules.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen systems and reduce risks.

Skills

Facilities management

Health & safety

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

IOSH certification

NEBOSH certification

Job description

• Salary: £26,000–£30,000 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience and agreed responsibilities
• Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week, subject to final agreement
• Contract: Permanent, with reviews at 3 and 6 months
• Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
• Location: Langworthy Cornerstone, Salford. M6 5QQ
• Closing Date: 30th October 2026 Interview date: 5th November 2026

We are looking for an experienced, proactive and highly organised Building Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation, safety, maintenance and effective management of our busy community centre.

This is an exciting opportunity for a practical, solution-focused professional who takes pride in maintaining high standards and wants to make a meaningful contribution to a valued community organisation.

About the Role

As Building Manager, you will play a central role in ensuring Langworthy Cornerstone remains a safe, compliant, accessible, welcoming and well-maintained environment for our staff, volunteers, tenants, partners and the wider community.

Working directly with the CEO and alongside our Service Delivery Manager, you will take operational responsibility for the building, helping to strengthen systems, improve efficiency, manage risks and ensure our facilities are fit for purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Building Operations: Oversee daily premises operations, ensuring rooms, communal areas and facilities are maintained to high standards.
• Health, Safety & Compliance: Maintain accurate compliance records, coordinate statutory inspections, fire safety procedures, risk reporting and emergency preparedness.
• Maintenance & Contractors: Coordinate repairs, servicing, inspections and contractors, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to the required standards.
• Security & Access: Oversee building access arrangements, visitor management, security procedures and emergency readiness.
• Room Hire & Tenant Relationships: Support effective room hire operations, liaise with tenants and partners, and help maximise the use of our facilities.
• Asset Management: Maintain accurate building and equipment records, asset registers and maintenance schedules.
• Operational Improvement: Identify opportunities to strengthen systems, reduce operational risks and improve building performance and accountability.

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Experience in facilities, premises, building or operational management.
• A sound understanding of workplace health and safety, fire safety and building compliance.
• Experience coordinating repairs, maintenance and external contractors.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Confidence in managing competing priorities and resolving operational challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and customer-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities and elevate risks appropriately.
• A commitment to equality, inclusion and the values of a community-focused charity.

Relevant qualifications such as IOSH, NEBOSH or fire safety training, together with experience in a community centre, health facility, charity or multi-tenant building.

NB: This post is subject to satisfactory references, DBS check, proof of a valid SIA licence and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.