Facilities Services Manager vacancy in Newcastle upon Tyne (107jc)

Ex-Mill Recruitment Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Facilities Services Manager to ensure operational excellence within the school. This role involves overseeing the management of facilities and fostering collaboration among teams. Ideal candidates will have a management qualification and a strong background in facilities management. The position offers a full-term contract with a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including free lunches and personal development opportunities. Join a forward-thinking school and make a significant impact in the community!

Benefits

Free lunches on-site

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Personal development opportunities

Interest-free travel loan

Free use of gym and fitness suite

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities management and operational excellence.
• Strong leadership capabilities to manage and inspire teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the school’s facilities and estates.
• Develop systems to maintain high operational standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Facilities Management

Operational Improvements

Education

Management Qualification

Job description

Facilities Services Manager vacancy in Newcastle upon Tyne (107jc)

Facilities Services Manager (107jc) – Newcastle upon Tyne – Up to £38k + Benefits

This client, one of the city’s oldest and leading institutes of learning, covering education from Year 3 to Year 13 (Sixth Form), is seeking to recruit a Facilities Services Manager to join their team.

This role offers the chance to contribute to operational excellence, ensuring smooth day-to-day management while fostering collaboration across the entire school community. Whether your background is in facilities management, property, or a related field, we’re looking for someone who brings passion, leadership, and a strong focus on service delivery.

You will report to the Head of Facilities and Estate, who is also an Army Veteran.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the daily operation and management of the school’s facilities and estates.
2. Develop and implement systems and procedures to maintain high operational standards.
3. Promote collaborative working relationships across all teams to support professional development.
4. Provide strategic oversight for premises and facilities management throughout the school.

Ideal Candidate:

• Management qualification.
• Proven experience in driving operational improvements and achieving results.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and manage teams.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders.
• Ability to achieve and maintain an enhanced DBS check due to proximity to children and young people.

The candidate is ideally a SNCO with an RQMS background, capable of managing a team of about 30 personnel, including Caretakers, maintenance staff, grounds personnel, and domestic staff, with 5 direct reports. The position is on a full-term contract, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Salary ranges between £34,000 – £38,000 during term time. Benefits include free lunches on-site, pension scheme, life assurance, personal development opportunities, interest-free travel loan after qualifying, free use of gym and fitness suite, among others.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work within a forward-thinking school located conveniently near Newcastle. If you’re looking to make a difference and progress your career, we want to hear from you!

For more information, contact Jean-Claude Hedouin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd on 0333 202 6500, or [e-mail], or visit www.ex-mil.co.uk.