Head of Facilities & Logistics

Seymour John Public Services (Midlands) Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in the Midlands is seeking a Head of Facilities & Logistics to transform logistics services across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Facilities Management and substantial experience in complex organizations. This role requires strong leadership skills and a proven track record in delivering innovative solutions. Benefits include flexible cross-site working, pension contributions, and a generous annual leave package.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Pension contributions (10%)

Annual leave: 24–28 days + 8 public holidays

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading logistics or facilities operations in complex organisations.
• Proven ability to deliver transformation programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transformation of logistics services.
• Oversee operational performance across multiple service lines.
• Drive strategic initiatives including fleet optimisation and digital tracking.
• Champion workforce development, training, and succession planning.

Skills

Strategic and operational leadership

Logistics operations

Workforce development

Sustainability practices

Education

Master’s degree in Facilities Management or equivalent

Membership in IWFM, CILT UK, etc.

Job description

Position: Head of Facilities & Logistics
Organisation: Major NHS Provider (Midlands)
Location: Cross-site working (Midlands)
Salary: Spotsalary(Band8cequivalent)—appointmentatscaleminimum,withprogression subjecttoappraisalandperformance
Closing date: 12.00 noon on 15th January 2026

About Us:
We are a leading NHS organisation in the Midlands, committed to delivering safe, sustainable, and innovative facilities services. With a focus on transformation and workforce development, we are building a culture of excellence that supports patients, staff, and communities.

Join Our Team:
We are looking for a dynamic Head of Facilities & Logistics to lead our integrated logistics services, including transport, waste, linen, post, materials management, and warehousing. Acting as Deputy to the Associate Director of Facilities, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our facilities portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the transformation of logistics services, embedding innovation and sustainability.
• Oversee operational performance across multiple service lines.
• Drive strategic initiatives including fleet optimisation, digital tracking, and infection control compliance.
• Champion workforce development, training, and succession planning.
• Act as Deputy Associate Director of Facilities, ensuring continuity of leadership across all FM services.

Ideal Candidate:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Facilities Management or related field.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (IWFM, CILT UK, etc.).
• Significant experience leading logistics or facilities operations in complex organisations.
• Strong strategic and operational leadership skills, with proven ability to deliver transformation programmes.
• Knowledge of statutory compliance, sustainability, and governance frameworks.

Recruitment Timetable

Closing date for applications: 15th January 2026 – 12 noon
1st Stage Interviews: 22nd January 2026
2nd Stage Interviews including presentation: 29th January 2026

Contact Us:

For more information and a detailed job description, please contact John Lavictoire, Director at Seymour John Public Services.

All third-party applications will be redirected to our retained executive search partners at Seymour John Public Services.

Benefits:

• 37.5 hours per week, flexible cross-site working
• Pension contributions (10% combined employer/employee)
• Annual leave: 24–28 days + 8 public holidays (depending on service)
• Probation period: 6 months
• Notice period: 3 months