Facilities Manager

Maxwell Stephens; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the UK is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee strategic management of a school estate and facilities contracts. You will ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, manage budgets, and drive sustainability initiatives. This full-time position requires strong leadership skills and experience in facilities management to support teaching and student well-being. Join a dedicated team focused on improving the learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with health & safety and statutory requirements.
• Oversee facilities contracts, procurement, and budgets for financial regulations.
• Lead the delivery of the Asset Management Plan and capital projects.
• Drive sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Supervise planned preventative maintenance and risk management.
• Provide oversight of catering services for compliance.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for facilities.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to take responsibility for the strategic management of our clients schools estate, facilities contracts, and support services. Reporting to the Finance and Resources Manager and leading a small team, you will ensure our clients school estate is safe, compliant, efficient, and supportive of teaching, learning, and student wellbeing.

Full-time, 35 hours per week, all year round

Key Responsibilities

Ensure full compliance with health & safety and statutory requirements, including fire safety, asbestos management, and workplace regulations.

Oversee facilities contracts, procurement, and budgets, ensuring value for money and adherence to financial regulations.

Lead the delivery of the Asset Management Plan, capital works, and improvement projects.

Drive sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives, monitoring usage and achieving carbon reduction targets.

Supervise planned preventative maintenance and risk management processes.

Provide strategic oversight of catering services, ensuring compliance with health, nutrition, and safety standards.

Develop and monitor KPIs for facilities, reporting regularly to governors and senior leadership.

Line manage and develop staff, ensuring effective delegation, training, and success...