Interim Head of Facilities Management

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is looking for an Interim Head of Facilities Management located in Cheltenham. This critical leadership role involves overseeing operational delivery of facilities services, ensuring compliance, and driving innovation within estates management. The successful candidate will possess extensive experience in local government facilities management, demonstrating strong leadership and knowledge in health & safety. Your expertise will contribute to the strategic goals of a London Borough over a 6-month period.

Qualifications

• Proven senior facilities management experience in local government.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Facilities Management team, overseeing building maintenance and compliance.
• Develop strategic plans for asset management and sustainability.
• Act as the senior contact for all facilities-related matters.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Compliance Knowledge

Education

IWFM, NEBOSH, IOSH

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06.06.2025

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Job Description:

We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Interim Head of Facilities Management to work for a London Borough for up to 6 months.

The role will be hybrid working and inside IR35.

The role will be to lead and oversee the strategic and operational delivery of the facilities services. This is a critical leadership role, ensuring buildings and estates are safe, compliant, efficient, and aligned with sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Facilities Management team, overseeing building maintenance, cleaning, security, and health & safety compliance across the council’s estate.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for asset management, sustainability, and service improvement.
• Manage contracts and relationships with external suppliers and service providers.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and council policies.
• Drive innovation and efficiency in facilities operations, including energy management and digital transformation.
• Act as the senior point of contact for all facilities-related matters, reporting to the Director of Corporate Services.

About you

• Proven experience in a senior facilities management role, within local government environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• In-depth knowledge of health & safety legislation, building compliance, and contract management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., IWFM, NEBOSH, IOSH) are highly desirable.

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Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates whose qualifications closely match all of the listed requirements.