Manufacturing Facilities Manager

Core Talent Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Manufacturing Facilities Manager to oversee operations at a busy manufacturing site in Manchester, UK. This hands-on leadership role focuses on safety and efficiency, managing capital projects, vendor relations, and compliance with environmental standards. Ideal candidates should possess strong facilities management experience and health & safety certifications.

Qualifications

• Strong facilities management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Health & Safety certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA) are desirable.
• Proven track record in capital expenditure delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a 3-year rolling facilities plan.
• Lead capital projects and facility upgrades.
• Supervise and develop facilities and maintenance staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Facilities management experience

Knowledge of LOTO

Knowledge of PUWER

Contractor control knowledge

Health & Safety certifications

Experience with CMMS systems

Education

HND / HNC in a relevant discipline

Job description

The Opportunity & The Company

We\'re hiring a Manufacturing Facilities Manager to lead strategic and day–to–day operations across a busy UK manufacturing site. This is a hands–on leadership role focused on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The Role & The Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a 3–year rolling facilities plan
• Lead capital projects and facility upgrades
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts
• Oversee daily operations and maintenance
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Supervise and develop facilities and maintenance staff
• Monitor costs and identify savings opportunities
• Implement preventive maintenance and emergency plans
• Drive continuous improvement and support site excellence
• Develop and optimise CMMS systems
• Conduct inspections and risk assessments
• Prepare reports for senior management

The Person What We\'re Looking For

• Strong facilities management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of LOTO, PUWER, and contractor control
• Health & Safety certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA) – desirable
• Proven track record in capital expenditure delivery
• Experience with CMMS systems
• HND / HNC in a relevant discipline – desirable