Facilities Manager

Michael Page (UK); Wigan; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fitness brand is seeking a Facilities Manager to ensure all facilities are maintained to high standards. The role involves managing compliance, overseeing maintenance, and supporting operational excellence within a rapidly growing organization. Ideal candidates will have experience in multi-site facilities management, particularly in the leisure or fitness industry, and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Incremental holiday allowance

Staff discount on qualifying purchases

Colleague bike discount scheme

Gym membership

Personal development opportunities

Access to apprenticeships and accredited qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in multi-site Facilities Management, preferably in leisure/fitness.
• Understanding of BMS systems and M&E systems.
• Computer literate and capable data analyst.

Responsibilities

• Ensure facilities are in perfect working order and meet member expectations.
• Support the Head of Facilities in achieving operational objectives.
• Manage compliance and oversee maintenance activities.

Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

Commercial Acumen

Self-motivation

Tools

CAFM

Job description

National Facilities Manager job with JD Gyms

• Excellent progression, benefits, and a varied, challenging role

About Our Client

JD Gyms, part of the JD Group, is an award-winning fitness brand with 90 state-of-the-art gyms across the UK. Known for its innovative fitness solutions and commitment to excellence, JD Gyms offers top-quality equipment and environments to meet diverse member needs. As a rapidly growing business, JD Gyms provides an exceptional fitness experience.

We are an equal opportunities employer who embraces and values differences. We recognize the importance of an inclusive workplace culture where everyone can thrive regardless of background or identity.

To be part of this successful and continuously growing company, you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-first, digital leader and customer-focused organization that provides operational excellence and continuously identifies new areas of growth in our day-to-day operations.

Job Description

Role Purpose:

Your role as Facilities Manager is to ensure all our facilities are in perfect working order, meeting the high expectations of members, and supporting the brand's continued growth and success.

Key Measures

• Management of mandatory compliance
• Deliver first-class service within agreed parameters
• Work within allocated budgets to agreed timescales
• Be regarded as a key point of contact for all property, repairs, and maintenance-related matters
• Support the Head of Facilities in achieving the function's objectives

Financial / Commercial

• Support the Head of Facilities and FM helpdesk team with control of allocated revenue, PPM, and capex works and budgets
• Monitor contractor and supplier value and review with the Head of Facilities
• Minimize running costs and advise the Head of Facilities on opportunities to do so

Strategic & Operational

• Support the Head of Facilities with control of repair and maintenance activities, including identification/survey of issues, producing and justifying repair recommendations, and reviewing completed works
• Support the development and implementation of PPM activities
• Assist with operational reviews with outsourced suppliers and in-house technicians
• Support the helpdesk team with logging daily R&M work
• Develop and implement minor capex and enhancement projects
• Monitor contractor, supplier, and RMT performance, reviewing activities with the Head of Facilities
• Manage and oversee the visit schedule, quality of work, and output of Regional Maintenance Technicians
• Conduct club visits and liaise with managers, helpdesk, RMTs, or OSPs on R&M work, including identifying and escalating H&S risks during visits

The Successful Applicant

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in multi-site Facilities Management, preferably within the leisure or fitness industry
• Experience managing M&E systems and understanding of BMS systems
• Computer literate
• Experience working with data platforms (e.g., CAFM)
• Capable data analyst (identifying trends and opportunities)
• Excellent communication skills
• Confident in dealing with colleagues at all levels
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Ability to manage external teams' activities
• Good commercial acumen
• Knowledge of utilities management and seeking efficiencies/opportunities

What's on Offer

We recognize our employees' efforts and offer benefits such as:

• Incremental holiday allowance
• Staff discount on qualifying purchases
• Colleague bike discount scheme
• Gym membership
• Personal development opportunities
• Access to apprenticeships and accredited qualifications

Next Steps

Steph McKay at Michael Page is exclusively managing this vacancy. Contact her at 0113 243 7734 or via text at 07977 667 172. Apply online or send your CV via email for consideration.