Facilities Manager - FTC

Catch 22; Washington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium clothing retailer in Washington is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager on a 6-month fixed term contract. This role ensures efficient operations and compliance across multiple sites, making it essential for maintaining brand quality. Candidates should have project management experience and a level 3 qualification in a related field. Benefits include a competitive salary and employee discounts.

Benefits

35% Employee discount (after 3 months)

Invitations to brand events

Creative working environment

Qualifications

• Experience managing multi-site operations, preferably in retail or corporate environments.
• Strong understanding of compliance and building maintenance requirements.
• Immediate availability for a minimum of 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site teams, including maintenance and security.
• Oversee facilities contracts covering various services.
• Support refurbishments, relocations, and improvement projects.

Skills

Project management

Health & Safety compliance

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in a facilities-related field or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Catch 22 are delighted to be partnering with a premium clothing retailer to recruit an experienced Facilities Manager. Working on a 6-month fixed term contract and based primarily at their head office in Washington with occasional travel to other sites.

This is a unique and key role within the business, ensuring that their offices and stores run efficiently and compliant. The successful candidate will take responsibility for day-to-day operations, contractor management and compliance across a portfolio of high-end spaces that reflect the brand's reputation for quality and attention to detail.

This is a great opportunity to join a respected and creative clothing retailer with an excellent benefits package, playing a fundamental role in maintaining the quality and performance of their estate.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the performance of on-site teams including maintenance and security.
• Oversee all facilities contracts, covering cleaning, security, waste, utilities, AC maintenance, and landscaping.
• Support ongoing refurbishments, relocations and improvement projects.
• Carry out regular compliance checks and ensure accurate record keeping for fire safety, emergency lighting and maintenance activities.
• Promote a strong Health & Safety culture across all sites.
• Develop strong relationships with suppliers and contractors to ensure standards are consistently met.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs and implement best practice.
• The role will include occasional visits to sites in Newcastle, Manchester, Glasgow, London and Milan (A valid passport is required, with travel expenses paid)

The Ideal Applicant

• Experience with managing projects including refurbishments and working with creative, design teams.
• Confident managing people, contractors and multiple priorities across varied sites.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, compliance and building maintenance requirements.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a focus on maintaining high standards.
• Proven experience within high end multi-site, retail or corporate environment preferred.
• Skilled in problem-solving and implementing cost-effective solutions.
• Level 3 qualification in a facilities-related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Immediate start preferred & able to commit to 6 months (minimum)

Role Package

• Salary: £40,000 - 45,000 (Paid pro-rata)
• Contract: 6 months fixed
• Hours: Mon - Fri, between typical hours of 8am-6pm
• 35% Employee discount (after 3 months)
• Invitations to attend big name brand events
• Involvement in a unique, creative working environment

If you are interested in this role, please apply or get in touch with Laura for more information on or (phone number removed)