Head of Facilities

Goodman Masson Limited; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Head of Facilities role with a local authority in London. This position involves strategic leadership and operational management of facilities services across various properties, ensuring compliance with all regulations while managing a team of contractors and suppliers. The role offers the potential for permanence and requires a candidate with robust facilities management skills and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and statutory compliance.
• Prior experience in a senior facilities management role.
• Experience managing a diverse portfolio of facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic and operational management of facilities services.
• Ensure compliance with health, fire, and safety regulations.
• Prepare and manage budgets for effective resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance

Facilities Management

Health & Safety

Education

IWFM, NEBOSH, IOSH (desirable)

Job description

We’re working on an exciting opportunity for a Head of Facilities to join a local authority. This pivotal role will lead the strategic and operational management of facilities services across a diverse portfolio. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, compliance expertise, and a commitment to delivering safe buildings. This is an interim position with the opportunity to develop into a permanent role – candidates must be available within a 3 week notice period.

Key Duties:

• Manage the facilities management service across a diverse estate, including corporate offices, libraries, depots, and community buildings
• Lead and motivate a team of contractors and suppliers, ensuring a quality service
• Ensure full statutory and regulatory compliance with health and safety, fire safety, water hygiene, gas, electrical, and asbestos management across the stock
• Prepare and manage budgets, ensuring financial control and effective resource allocation

Client requirements:

• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, statutory compliance, and FM service delivery
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. IWFM, NEBOSH, IOSH) desirable
• Prior experience in a senior facilities management role