Facilities Manager - Operations, Safety & Projects

Esrc IAA University of Surrey; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university seeks a Facilities Manager to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight at Surrey Sports Park. The successful candidate will ensure compliance, drive key projects, and maintain high standards. Ideal applicants are hands-on leaders with strong problem-solving skills, committed to health and safety. You will lead teams, manage budgets, and collaborate with various departments. Apply via the university website with a CV and Covering Letter. Interviews are scheduled for January 12, 2026.

Qualifications

• Hands-on operational leader with a commitment to compliance and safety.
• Strong problem-solving skills essential for managing risks.
• Experience in leading teams for operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight.
• Ensure compliance and deliver key projects.
• Manage health & safety and operational governance.
• Oversee projects and budgets to drive efficiency.
• Collaborate with departments to optimize service.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Team leadership

Operational governance

Project management

Job description

A leading UK university seeks a Facilities Manager to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight at Surrey Sports Park. The successful candidate will ensure compliance, drive key projects, and maintain high standards. Ideal applicants are hands-on leaders with strong problem-solving skills, committed to health and safety. You will lead teams, manage budgets, and collaborate with various departments. Apply via the university website with a CV and Covering Letter. Interviews are scheduled for January 12, 2026.