Interim Head of Facilities Management

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Guildford seeks an experienced Interim Head of Facilities Management for a hybrid role. This position involves leading the facilities management team, ensuring compliant and efficient operations while adhering to sustainability goals. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and relevant qualifications, ready to tackle challenges in a public sector environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior facilities management role.
• Strong leadership and people 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 and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Contract Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Sustainability Knowledge

Education

IWFM

NEBOSH

IOSH

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Interim Head of Facilities Management, Guildford

Location: Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

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

This role involves hybrid working and is inside IR35.

The main responsibility is to lead and oversee the strategic and operational delivery of facilities services, 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.

If interested, apply now or get in touch to learn more.

Thank you for your interest. Due to high application volume, only candidates whose qualifications closely match the requirements will be contacted.