Facilities Manager

Malvern Hills; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a proactive Facilities Manager to oversee operations at a high-hazard site. This role involves ensuring effective maintenance, security management, and compliance with regulations. You will lead a dedicated team, manage budgets, and focus on continuous improvement initiatives. The company values diversity and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. With competitive salaries, flexible benefits, and a commitment to safety and health, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact in their career.

Benefits

25 days holiday (buy and sell)

Defined contribution Pension

Private medical & dental insurance

Product discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in Facilities Management within a Distribution Centre.
• Qualified electrician with strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Facility Management, Maintenance, and Security at the site.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and lead the Security Team.

Skills

Facilities Management

Electrical Installation

Leadership

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving

Education

Qualified Electrician (BS: 7671:2022)

IOSH MS/SMSTS Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Job description

Leadership & Management

• Leadership and management of direct reports, inspiring their decisions, direction, personal and professional development.

Site Maintenance, Inspection & Testing

• Ensuring the effective and timely Maintenance, Inspection and Testing (MIT) of equipment and the facility, ensuring the site runs effectively and efficiently for the day-to-day operation of the business.
• Facility management of the building, liaising with the landlord on issues, and ensuring the upkeep of safety-critical equipment on site.
• Review of performance through Process Safety Performance Indicators (PSPIs).
• Responsible for document management and digitalisation of these systems.
• As required, tend to breakdowns of machinery and small maintenance tasks, including electrical work.

Site Security

• Responsible for the security of the site, leading the Security Team. Ensuring cooperative working between Security and Logistics operations, identifying improvements, and implementing them.
• Ensuring site security for a high-hazard site.

Finance

• Managing CAPEX and revenue budgets in the area of responsibility, working alongside Finance colleagues to ensure good financial planning and sound decision-making.

Safety, Health & Environment

• The DC-UK is an Upper Tier COMAH Operator (The Control of Major Accident Hazard Regulations 2015). All SHE topics are of the highest priority, and close collaboration with the SHE team is essential.
• Policies such as Management of Change, Contractor Control, and Permit-to-work are central to working methods. A proactive approach to SHE topics must be maintained, including leadership inspections and GEMBA walks, and involvement in incident investigations.

The main responsibility for the Facilities Manager, Distribution Centre UK, is to oversee and guide the team responsible for Facility Management, Maintenance, and Security at the DC-UK site, ensuring compliance with all regulations and legislation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Facilities Management experience within a Distribution Centre, Industrial, or Production environment.
• Qualified electrician to BS: 7671:2022, IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Experience in electrical installation, maintenance, and testing.
• Experience in people management and strong leadership.
• Experience in Facility Management and basic maintenance tasks.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Proactive in identifying problems, causes, and solutions.
• Qualification in Safety and Health, minimum IOSH MS/SMSTS.
• A 'can do' attitude, high self-motivation, initiative, and results-driven leadership by example.
• Good communication skills with diverse personalities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Experience within a COMAH regulated facility is desirable.

At Beiersdorf, we aim to help people feel good about their skin. For over 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for brands like NIVEA, Eucerin, and Elastoplast.

We value you as a person and strive to provide a supportive environment for your professional and personal growth, offering flexibility and various benefits.

• Competitive salary with annual bonus (conditions apply).
• Benefits include 25 days holiday (buy and sell holidays), Defined contribution Pension, Private medical & dental insurance, and product discounts.
• We embrace Diversity and Inclusion, providing equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, gender, age, religion, beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, cultural, ethnic, or national origins.