Facilities Manager

Eazzi Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering and manufacturing firm in Edinburgh is seeking a hands-on Building & Facilities Manager. The role involves ensuring site safety, compliance, and maintenance while managing improvement projects. Responsibilities include facilities management, supplier negotiation, and compliance with UK regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong procurement background, experience in building management, and practical maintenance skills. A competitive salary of £45,000 – £55,000 is offered, alongside benefits such as 30 days holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Enhanced family leave

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular team/special events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Procurement / Buyer role is essential.
• Strong background in facilities / building management, ideally in industrial/manufacturing.
• Experience managing suppliers and contractors; should be confident in reviewing RAMS.
• Hands-on capability with minor repairs like plumbing and joinery needed.
• Understanding of compliance and building safety expectations required.
• Highly organized and able to balance projects with reactive priorities.
• Proactive communicator with a safety-first mindset.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of buildings, offices, and workshop areas.
• Coordinate routine inspections, planned maintenance, and repairs.
• Lead projects for refurbishments, upgrades, and internal building works.
• Manage specialist contractors and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Own supplier relationships and negotiate pricing and service levels.
• Track budgets and report to senior management on issues and risks.

Skills

Procurement/Buyer experience

Facilities/Building Management

Supplier/Contractor Management

Practical Maintenance Skills

Building Safety Compliance

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Driving License

Job description

About the Company

A growing engineering / manufacturing business is looking for a hands‑on Building & Facilities Manager to take ownership of its buildings, offices, workshop spaces and wider estate. You’ll ensure the site is safe, compliant, well‑maintained and fit for purpose, while also leading improvement projects as the business expands.

About the Role

This is a varied role blending project delivery, day‑to‑day facilities management, and procurement / supplier management across key categories.

Responsibilities

• Facilities & Building Management
  • Oversee the day‑to‑day running of buildings, offices and workshop areas
  • Coordinate routine inspections, planned maintenance and reactive repairs
  • Manage external areas (car parks, walkways, entrances) and site presentation
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs and site works
• Projects & Improvements
  • Plan and deliver refurbishments, upgrades and internal building projects
  • Lead office moves, workspace reconfigurations and layout changes
  • Coordinate installation of furniture, equipment and site infrastructure
  • Support energy‑efficiency initiatives and practical sustainability upgrades
• Compliance, H&S & Contractor Management
  • Manage specialist contractors (HVAC, electrical, fire safety, pest control, etc.)
  • Ensure compliance with relevant UK & Scottish regulations and site standards
  • Maintain statutory records, certificates and inspection reports
  • Lead or support safety audits, risk assessments and building inspections
  • Ensure key checks are completed (fire safety, PAT testing, water hygiene, etc.)
• Procurement & Supplier Management
  • Own supplier relationships across multiple categories (e.g., workwear / PPE, office supplies, cleaning products, consumables)
  • Source, benchmark and negotiate pricing and service levels
  • Consolidate and rationalise suppliers where possible to reduce cost / admin
  • Raise / track orders, manage stock levels where relevant, and monitor spend
  • Support budgeting and provide reporting on contractor / supplier performance
• Admin & Stakeholder Support
  • Track budgets, contractor spend and purchasing activity
  • Report to senior management on issues, risks and improvement opportunities
  • Support meeting room setups, parking / visitor access and general site logistics

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Procurement / Buyer role (essential)
• Strong background in facilities / building management (industrial / manufacturing ideal)
• Experience managing suppliers and contractors; confident reviewing RAMS
• Practical, hands‑on capability with minor repairs (plumbing / joinery / basic maintenance)
• Solid understanding of compliance, building safety and H&S expectations
• Highly organised, able to balance projects with reactive site priorities
• Confident communicator with a proactive, safety‑first mindset
• Full UK driving licence (preferred)

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive salary : £45,000 – £55,000

30 days holiday

Enhanced family leave

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular team / social events