Interim Head of Facilities Management

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organization is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Facilities Management for up to 6 months in Edinburgh. You will lead the Facilities Management team, ensure safety and compliance across estates, and drive innovative improvement in facilities operations. This role demands a strong leader with proven experience in local government and relevant qualifications to succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior facilities management within local government.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of health & safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Facilities Management team overseeing maintenance and compliance.
• Develop strategic plans for asset management and sustainability.
• Manage contracts with external suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety Compliance

Contract Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Innovative Thinking

Education

IWFM qualification

NEBOSH qualification

IOSH qualification

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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 involves leading and overseeing the strategic and operational delivery of facilities services. This is a critical leadership position, 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 a 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.

Interested? Apply now or contact us to learn more.

Thank you for your interest. Due to high application volume, we can only contact candidates whose qualifications closely match the requirements.