Facilities Manager

Wolviston Management Services Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolviston Management Services Ltd is seeking a proactive Facilities Manager to oversee multi-site operations across the UK, ensuring safety, compliance, and high standards of maintenance for offices, warehouses, and specialist facilities.

You will lead the in-house maintenance team, manage external contractors, drive preventative maintenance, and support budget and asset records, with travel between sites and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities management across multiple sites (minimum 3 years).
• Strong working knowledge of UK health, safety, and building compliance standards.
• Experience managing external contractors and supplier agreements.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and negotiation skills.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel between Group sites.
• Desirable: NEBOSH or IOSH certification, IWFM qualification, or related credentials.
• Desirable: experience in office fit-outs, sustainability initiatives, or commercial lease management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of multiple sites including offices, warehouses, and specialist facilities.
• Ensure all buildings, services, and infrastructure are maintained to a consistently high standard.
• Lead preventative maintenance programmes and respond effectively to urgent repair requirements.
• Manage the in-house maintenance team, ensuring a proactive and efficient approach to site support.
• Act as the key contact for facilities-related H&S, working closely with the Group Health & Safety Manager.
• Ensure compliance with all UK legislation including HSE, COSHH, and Fire Safety.
• Conduct routine risk assessments, site audits, and inspections.
• Support the delivery of emergency procedures, evacuation planning, and safety training.
• Oversee all external contractors, including cleaning, maintenance, and security providers.
• Lead procurement, tendering, and contract negotiation to ensure quality and value.
• Manage and review service contracts and SLAs, ensuring compliance and cost control.
• Monitor contractor performance and uphold strict health and safety standards.
• Develop, manage, and report on facilities budgets in line with business goals.
• Support projects including office moves, refurbishments, and sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain accurate asset registers, service records, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Facilities management

Contractor management

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Negotiation

Driving licence

Travel between sites

Education

NEBOSH or IOSH certification

IWFM (BIFM) qualification

Job description

Facilities Manager

Location: Durham

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

Closing Date: Aug 25th, 2026

Ref: 1689979

Location: Multi-site (UK-based)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Our client are a leading, innovation-driven organisation with a diverse portfolio spanning multiple sectors across the UK. They are passionate about operational excellence, sustainability, and creating exceptional workplaces where people can thrive.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a proactive and experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the operation, safety, and compliance of the clients portfolio.

This multi-site role plays a key part in ensuring that all sites are maintained to the highest standards—safe, compliant, and aligned with the Group's values of quality and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Management & Operations

• Oversee the day-to-day running of multiple sites including offices, warehouses, and specialist facilities.


• Ensure all buildings, services, and infrastructure are maintained to a consistently high standard.


• Lead preventative maintenance programmes and respond effectively to urgent repair requirements.


• Manage the in-house maintenance team, ensuring a proactive and efficient approach to site support.

Health & Safety

• Act as the key contact for facilities-related H&S, working closely with the Group Health & Safety Manager.


• Ensure compliance with all UK legislation including HSE, COSHH, and Fire Safety.


• Conduct routine risk assessments, site audits, and inspections.


• Support the delivery of emergency procedures, evacuation planning, and safety training.

Contractor & Contract Management

• Oversee all external contractors, including cleaning, maintenance, and security providers.


• Lead procurement, tendering, and contract negotiation to ensure quality and value.


• Manage and review service contracts and SLAs, ensuring compliance and cost control.


• Monitor contractor performance and uphold strict health and safety standards.

Strategic Planning & Budget Management

• Develop, manage, and report on facilities budgets in line with business goals.


• Support projects including office moves, refurbishments, and sustainability initiatives.


• Maintain accurate asset registers, service records, and compliance documentation.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Proven experience in facilities management across multiple sites (minimum 3 years).


• Strong working knowledge of UK health, safety, and building compliance standards.


• Experience managing external contractors and supplier agreements.


• Excellent communication, organisational, and negotiation skills.


• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel between Group sites.

Desirable

• NEBOSH or IOSH certification.


• IWFM (BIFM) qualification or equivalent.


• Experience in office fit-outs, sustainability initiatives, or commercial lease management.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, reflective of experience.


• Company car or mileage allowance for business travel.


• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.


• Enhanced pension scheme.


• Health Cashback plan.


• Life Assurance policy.


• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.


• A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking working environment.