Head of Facilities

Get Staffed Online Recruitment; Chipping Norton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A self-storage solutions company in Chipping Norton is seeking a proactive Head of Facilities to manage upkeep and improvements across various sites. The role involves hands-on repairs, compliance with health and safety regulations, and project management. Candidates should possess relevant experience in facilities management and excellent organizational skills. Competitive salary and career growth opportunities provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Company vehicle

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities management or related trades.
• Strong hands-on experience in maintenance and project management.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage upkeep and maintenance of self-storage sites.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
• Coordinate service contracts and maintenance schedules.

Skills

Facilities management experience

Handyman skills

Knowledge of building systems

Health and Safety compliance

Organizational skills

Project management

Effective communication

Document handling

Spreadsheet proficiency

Job description

Head of Facilities

Location: Chipping Norton

Employment Type: Full-time

Our Client

Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing self-storage company with an expanding network of locations across the UK. They pride themselves on offering secure, convenient, and accessible storage solutions for both personal and business customers. With innovation, exceptional customer service, and operational excellence at their core.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Head of Facilities to assist the Maintenance Manager with hands on general duties, safety, and operational efficiency of their sites. As part of a growing team, you will play a vital role in upholding the high standards that defines our client's brand. It's important to note that circa 60% of your working week will be visiting a growing number of sites throughout the country and the remainder at Head Office in Chipping Norton.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the ongoing upkeep, hands on repairs, maintenance, and improvement of their self-storage sites, ensuring buildings are safe, functional, and well-presented through effective coordination of works, contractors, and on-site repairs.
• Manage and coordinate service contracts, maintenance schedules, inspections, and repairs across building systems.
• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety regulations, conducting regular site inspections and risk assessments.
• Support and assist in the setup and maintenance of new sites as needed.
• Implement and maintain robust facilities-related record-keeping and reporting systems.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in facilities management or ex-trades would be advantageous.
• Strong hands-on experience in handyman duties, organising, coordinating, delivering building projects, maintenance work, and general property improvements. Ideally with a practical, solutions-focused approach to construction, repair, and upkeep.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, Health and Safety regulations, and facilities compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to other sites as needed.
• Proficient in email and communication tools (e.g. Outlook, Gmail, Microsoft and Teams) - For internal and external communications.
• Document Handling (Word, PDF) - To review and edit reports, safety documents, policies, etc.
• Spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets) - For tracking budgets, maintenance schedules, and service contracts.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for career growth and development in a fast-scaling business.
• Supportive team environment with a strong, values-driven culture.
• Company vehicle.
• Pension and holiday benefits.

If this Head of Facilities opportunity sounds like a great role for you, then apply today.