Manufacturing Facilities Leader — Hands-on & PM Focus

IWFM; Hinckley, Farnborough; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

IWFM in Hinckley, Leicestershire, is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee facilities operations, site maintenance and infrastructure across two manufacturing sites. Based primarily at the head office in Hinckley, with occasional travel to Farnborough.

This role is a hands-on management position that combines running a facilities team with the day-to-day servicing of site infrastructure. Manufacturing experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Facilities Management role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance planning, PPM, TPM and statutory compliance.
• Experience managing contractors, budgets and multiple projects simultaneously. Previous experience leading and developing a team.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement tools and techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to engage with senior leadership.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility to travel between sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day facilities operations, combining hands-on delivery with team management.
• Lead, develop and support the Facilities Team, ensuring workloads and priorities are effectively managed.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and reactive maintenance activities.
• Ensure site equipment, plant and infrastructure are maintained in line with statutory and operational requirements.
• Coordinate facilities projects and contractor activities, ensuring planning, permits and documentation are in place.
• Manage site services, utilities, maintenance budgets and contractor performance.
• Work closely with Production and other departments to resolve facilities-related issues.
• Support site audits, inspections and statutory compliance requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement across facilities operations and maintenance processes.
• Travel to the Farnborough site as required.

Skills

Facilities Management

Maintenance Planning

PPM

TPM

Contractor Management

Budget Management

Team Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Communication

MS Office

Job description

IWFM in Hinckley, Leicestershire, is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee facilities operations, site maintenance and infrastructure across two manufacturing sites. Based primarily at the head office in Hinckley, with occasional travel to Farnborough.

This role is a hands-on management position that combines running a facilities team with the day-to-day servicing of site infrastructure. Manufacturing experience is essential.