Multi-Site FM Lead: Engineering & Operations

Mitie Group; Templecombe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group is seeking a technically competent Facilities Manager to oversee integrated FM services across the Thales account in Templecombe. The role is based on-site, responsible for hard and soft FM deliverables, client liaison, and driving operational excellence across a high-profile estate.

You will lead on-site teams, manage budgets and ensure statutory compliance, health and safety standards, and governance across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering both hard and soft FM in a client-facing, multi-site environment.
• Strong technical background in M&E, building services and engineering.
• Relevant qualification such as HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering or Building Services (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent understanding of statutory compliance, including HVAC and electrical systems.
• Experience managing multi-site portfolios with a hands-on, solutions-driven approach.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Commercially aware with experience managing budgets and driving efficiencies.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification (desirable).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of hard FM services (M&E, compliance, PPM, reactive maintenance) and soft FM services.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, health and safety standards, and best practice.
• Serve as primary point of contact for Thales stakeholders and maintain client relationships.
• Lead, motivate and develop on-site teams and subcontractors.
• Oversee asset management, lifecycle planning and maintenance strategies.
• Manage budgets, drive cost efficiencies and identify value-add opportunities.
• Monitor KPIs and SLAs; drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Produce operational reports, support audits and ensure governance and compliance.
• Support mobilisation activities and project delivery as required.

Skills

Hard FM

Soft FM

Engineering background

Building Services

HVAC systems

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Travel between sites

Education

HNC/HND

Engineering degree

Building Services qualification

Job description

Mitie Group is seeking a technically competent Facilities Manager to oversee integrated FM services across the Thales account in Templecombe. The role is based on-site, responsible for hard and soft FM deliverables, client liaison, and driving operational excellence across a high-profile estate.

You will lead on-site teams, manage budgets and ensure statutory compliance, health and safety standards, and governance across multiple sites.