Facilities Supervisor

Samworth Brothers; Stretford; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Onsite gym

Free on-site parking

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Samworth Brothers currently seeks a Facilities Supervisor to maintain our bakery, offices, welfare facilities and external site areas. You will coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Technical and Hygiene teams to respond to maintenance needs and drive high site standards.

The role requires practical skills in plumbing, carpentry and painting, with a focus on safe, compliant work practices and efficient workload management.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities, building maintenance, handyman or a similar role.
• Practical skills across plumbing, carpentry, painting and general repairs.
• Confidence using hand and power tools safely.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and effectively prioritise workload.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general building maintenance and repair work across the site.
• Completing painting, decorating and refurbishment activities.
• Conducting routine inspections of factory and office facilities.
• Undertaking basic plumbing, joinery and carpentry repairs.
• Supporting facility improvement projects and site upgrades.
• Assisting contractors during planned projects and shutdown activities.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with GMP, food safety and health & safety standards.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job description

About The Role

As Facilities Supervisor, you'll play a key role in maintaining our bakery, offices, welfare facilities, and external site areas. From general building repairs and refurbishment projects to supporting site improvements and ensuring compliance with food safety standards, you'll help create a safe, clean and efficient environment for our colleagues.

Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Technical and Hygiene teams, you'll be responsible for responding to maintenance needs, completing routine inspections, supporting contractors and driving high site standards across the business.

Shift:- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 07:30 - 15:30 with flexibilty required

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out general building maintenance and repair work across the site.
• Completing painting, decorating and refurbishment activities.
• Conducting routine inspections of factory and office facilities.
• Undertaking basic plumbing, joinery and carpentry repairs.
• Supporting facility improvement projects and site upgrades.
• Assisting contractors during planned projects and shutdown activities.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with GMP, food safety and health & safety standards.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You’ll bring the following skills and experience:

• Experience in facilities, building maintenance, handyman or a similar role.
• Practical skills across plumbing, carpentry, painting and general repairs.
• Confidence using hand and power tools safely.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and effectively prioritise workload.

What We Offer

We’re building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.

• Company pension scheme
• Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
• Employee discount scheme
• Experience annual pay reviews
• Profit related pay
• Opportunity for extended leave
• Free on-site parking
• Onsite gym
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities

About Us

Based in Manchester, Soreen is a cherished part of the Samworth Brothers family. With over 85 years of baking heritage, we’re the proud makers of the UK’s favourite fruit and malt loaves—enjoyed by more than 1.1 million consumers every week.

Soreen blends the success of a leading bakery with the warmth of an iconic brand, fuelled by passion, innovation, and a commitment to quality. Behind every slice is a team of outstanding, dedicated professionals who bring our products to life. At Soreen, we’re more than just a bakery—we’re a family. Our collaborative culture and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive.

We’re an Equal Opportunities employer and proud to make diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.

Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.