Facilities Engineering Manager

ZipRecruiter; Stockport; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting platform is seeking a Manufacturing Facilities Manager in Stockport. This role focuses on overseeing the site to ensure compliance, efficiency, and safety. Responsibilities include leading capital projects, managing vendor relations, and optimizing operations. The ideal candidate has relevant engineering qualifications and strong leadership skills, with extensive experience in facilities management. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000 plus excellent benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

7% employer pension contribution, 4% employee contribution

4 weeks sick pay after probation

Cycle to work scheme

Life assurance – 4x annual salary

Half day Friday

Wellness programme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (LOTO, PUWER, etc.).
• Proven track record in delivering capital expenditure programmes.
• Background in engineering or maintenance supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain rolling facilities plan aligned with business goals.
• Lead capital planning, budgeting, and execution of facility upgrades.
• Oversee daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing facilities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership skills

Communication

People management

Risk management

Customer-focused

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

Occupational Health and Safety certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA)

Certified Facility Manager (CFM)

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Job Description

Manufacturing Facilities Manager

Stockport

Up to £60 000 plus excellent benefits including…

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

• 7% employer pension contribution, 4% employee contribution

• 4 weeks sick pay after probation increasing to 8 weeks with service

• Cycle to work scheme

• Life assurance – 4x annual salary

• Half day Friday

• Wellness programme

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence?

We're seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Facilities Manager to lead the oversight and management of our Stockport based site. This is a pivotal role focused on ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant facilities that support high-performance production environments.

You’ll be responsible for developing a forward-looking facilities strategy, managing capital projects, leading a skilled team, and driving continuous improvement across infrastructure and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain rolling facilities plan aligned with business goals
• Lead capital planning, budgeting, and execution of facility upgrades
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and performance compliance
• Oversee daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing facilities
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime
• Ensure compliance industry safety and security standards
• Supervise and develop facilities and maintenance staff
• Monitor operating costs and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Implement preventive maintenance and emergency response plans
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders
• Conduct inspections and risk assessments to mitigate hazards
• Drive facility upgrades and capital improvement projects
• Prepare RFQs, conduct contract reviews, and manage risk

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant engineering qualification
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (LOTO, PUWER, etc.)
• Occupational Health and Safety certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA)
• Proven track record in delivering capital expenditure programmes
• Experience with CMMS systems and contractor control
• Background in engineering or maintenance supervision
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
• Knowledge of CMMS systems

Skills & Attributes

• Confident decision-maker with strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Proven ability in team development and people management
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on safety and compliance
• Customer-focused with contract and risk management expertise