Lead Facilities Manager - TFM & Multi-Service Ops (Essex)

Evolve Talent Search Ltd; Basildon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolve Talent Search Ltd is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead the full facilities operation at a busy production site in Essex. You will own the TFM function, directing engineering, cleaning, post room and wider services while keeping the client satisfied and KPI/SLA targets achieved.

The role requires a strong mechanical or electrical engineering background, proven people management, and a confident, client-facing leadership style. BPSS/SC clearance is supported.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical or electrical engineering background with solid technical knowledge.
• Proven experience managing a TFM or multi-service facilities operation.
• Strong people management experience, including developing and mentoring teams.
• Confident and experienced in a highly client-facing environment.
• Good understanding of SLAs, KPIs, budgets and commercial performance.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and facilities management compliance.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the full TFM operation across the site, excluding security
• Managing and developing engineering, cleaning, post room and wider operational teams
• Acting as the primary point of contact for the client and key stakeholders
• Ensuring contractual KPIs, SLAs, H&S and service standards are consistently achieved
• Managing budgets, costs and operational performance
• Overseeing subcontractors and supply chain partners
• Driving continuous improvement and maintaining strong client relationships

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

People management

Job description

Evolve Talent Search Ltd is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead the full facilities operation at a busy production site in Essex. You will own the TFM function, directing engineering, cleaning, post room and wider services while keeping the client satisfied and KPI/SLA targets achieved.

The role requires a strong mechanical or electrical engineering background, proven people management, and a confident, client-facing leadership style. BPSS/SC clearance is supported.