Facilities Team Leader

Pertemps Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector client in Edinburgh seeks a Facilities Team Leader to deliver high-quality facilities management services. The ideal candidate has proven leadership experience in facilities management, excellent communication skills, and a full UK driving licence. This temporary role offers a flexible schedule and the chance to impact your community. Pay rate is £20.83 per hour, with a duration of 12 weeks and potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a facilities management leadership role.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong IT skills and confidence using digital systems.
• Flexible, proactive approach with problem-solving skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Leading, organising and delivering high-quality facilities services.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and procedures.
• Driving continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Managing and coordinating sub-contractors and in-house staff.
• Keeping the asset register accurate and up to date.

Skills

Facilities management leadership

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

Pertemps is proud to be working with a valued public sector client to recruit a Facilities Team Leader on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality facilities management services across Edinburgh.

Location: Central Edinburgh (with travel across the city)

Hours: 36 hours per week (flexibility required)

Pay Rate: £20.83 per hour

Duration: 12 weeks with possible extension

Driving Licence Required

Start Date: ASAP

What Youll Be Doing

• Leading, organising and delivering high-quality facilities services to agreed standards.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, legislation, and internal procedures.
• Proactively driving continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Managing and coordinating sub-contractors and in-house staff.
• Attending meetings and reporting on your areas progress.
• Keeping the asset register accurate and up to date.
• Liaising with colleagues, stakeholders and contractors to maintain excellent relationships.
• Escalating and resolving issues where required.

What Were Looking For

• Proven experience in a facilities management leadership role.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong IT skills and confidence using digital systems.
• Flexible, proactive approach with problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Additional Information

Please note: The successful candidate will need to obtain a PVG Membership (£59 for new applications / £18 for updates).

Interested? If youre ready to step into a role that offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a positive impact in your community, apply online today - wed love to hear from you