Hands-On Facilities Manager: Impact & Compliance

IWFM; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

IWFM near Basingstoke is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager with a strong hard FM background to oversee the safe, compliant operation of our buildings. You will manage maintenance, compliance and performance, focusing on building fabric and M&E services.

You will lead planned and reactive maintenance, supervise contractors, ensure statutory compliance, manage budgets, and drive sustainability across sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a facilities management role with a hard FM background.
• Strong knowledge of building services, fire safety systems, and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing specialist contractors.
• Good budget awareness and cost management.
• Based within commuting distance of Basingstoke.

Responsibilities

• Manage hard FM services across premises, including M&E, HVAC, fire systems, lifts, plumbing, and building fabric
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance programmes
• Ensure full statutory compliance, including fire safety, legionella, electrical and gas safety, asbestos management, and LOLER and PUWER requirements
• Sourcing, managing, and monitoring specialist contractors and suppliers, ensuring quality of service, compliance, and value for money
• Carrying out regular site inspections and risk assessments, maintaining accurate compliance records and documentation
• Managing facilities budgets, keeping a close eye on costs and identifying opportunities for savings
• Planning and overseeing minor works, refurbishments, and building improvement projects
• Managing emergency procedures and supporting business continuity planning
• Supporting and supervising facilities or maintenance team members where applicable
• Promoting sustainability and energy efficiency across the organisation's sites

Skills

Hard FM

Building services

Budget management

Contractor management

Communication skills

Sustainability

Education

IOSH/NEBOSH/IWFM desirable

Job description

IWFM near Basingstoke is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager with a strong hard FM background to oversee the safe, compliant operation of our buildings. You will manage maintenance, compliance and performance, focusing on building fabric and M&E services.

You will lead planned and reactive maintenance, supervise contractors, ensure statutory compliance, manage budgets, and drive sustainability across sites.