Interim Head of Facilities Management

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

Job summary

A leading municipality is seeking an Interim Head of Facilities Management to lead a hybrid team for up to 6 months. In this critical role, you will oversee operations, ensuring safety and compliance while driving service improvements and sustainability efforts across facilities.

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 and oversee operations.
• Manage contracts and relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

IWFM qualification

NEBOSH certification

IOSH certification

Job description

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Interim Head of Facilities Management, Preston, Lancashire

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 get in touch to learn more.

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.