Facilities Manager

Loughborough Students' Union; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A student-oriented organization in Loughborough seeks a Facilities Manager to oversee the operational delivery of a multi-purpose building. You'll ensure safety and efficiency while supporting student events and commercial operations. The position requires flexibility in hours, with a salary range of £32,033 - £34,984 per annum. This role is essential for maintaining an inviting space for all users.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management and operational delivery.
• Ability to work with teams and external contractors.
• Knowledge of building infrastructure and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of the building infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with maintenance contracts.
• Support student events and commercial operations.

Skills

Proactive management

Operational delivery

Contract compliance

Flexibility

Job description

Loughborough Students’ Union is seeking a proactive and experienced Facilities Manager to lead the operational delivery of our vibrant, multi-purpose building. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our student community, ensuring our spaces are safe, efficient, and welcoming for all who use them.

As Facilities Manager, you’ll oversee the day-to-day management of our building infrastructure, maintenance contracts, and compliance responsibilities. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external contractors to ensure our facilities meet the highest standards, supporting everything from student events to commercial operations.

By providing these services you will help to ensure that the building is upkept, and that frontline services are available to our stakeholders.

The LSU building is a mix of study and meeting room space, office space, alongside commercial outlets including hosting weekly club nights.

If you believe you have the skills and the drive to excel in this role at LSU, please submit your application, ensuring that your application answers demonstrate how your knowledge, skills and experience meet each point in the Person Specification detailed in the Job Description.

This role is contracted for 35 hours per week, typically Monday – Friday. Flexibility is essential, with shifts scheduled to meet business needs – including early morning and late evenings.

During busy periods, we work to tight deadlines, requiring a flexible and accommodating approach. This may include working outside traditional hours, including weekends.

The position is offered on LSU Scale 8,currently LSU Pay Scale 8 (£32,033 - £34,984 per annum, pro-rata for part-time)on an open-ended basis. Offers will be made at a pay point appropriate to the skill and experience of the successful candidate.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 19th October 2025 at 23:59, with interviews taking place on Monday 3rd November 2025.

Details
£32,033.00 - £34,984.00 per year
Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire , LE11 3TT, GB