Site Manager

Gov Facility Services Ltd; Lewes; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Site Manager for HMP Lewes. This role involves overseeing facilities management, ensuring safety, and working with a team to create a positive environment. The position offers competitive salary and various benefits, promoting inclusivity and career development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service (4x salary)

Private GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management required.
• Experience managing budgets and staff essential.
• Desirable experience in a prison or military environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and safe operations at HMP Lewes.
• Work with a team of maintenance professionals.
• Support rehabilitation and positive change.

Skills

Facilities Management

Budget Management

Staff Management

Health & Safety Knowledge

Organisational Skills

Time Management

People Skills

Education

Recognised Apprenticeship in Facilities/Building Services

IOSH Qualification

Job description

Job Role: Site Manager

Location: HMP Lewes

Salary: £55,757.62 - £59,823.28

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time 39hrs

We are seeking a dedicated Site Manager to join our team at HMP Lewes, a CATEGORY B & Adult Male prison.

Join a team that works Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, creating a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Lewes operates like a self-contained town, requiring hundreds of staff to keep it functioning. As part of the Facilities Maintenance Team, your role is crucial in ensuring smooth and safe operations, impacting prisoners, staff, visitors, families, and the community.

You will work alongside experienced colleagues including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators, all dedicated to making a positive difference.

If you aim to use your skills to create a better future and support rehabilitation and positive change, we encourage you to apply and join our mission.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Experience of facilities management
2. Experience of managing budgets
3. Experience of managing staff
4. Experience in a Prison or Military environment (Desirable)
5. Completed a recognised apprenticeship in a facilities/building services trade, or have two years of recognised experience
6. IOSH Qualification (Desirable)
7. Good Health & Safety knowledge
8. Excellent organisational, time management, and people skills

We offer 25 days of holidays plus Bank Holidays, and various non-contractual benefits such as Death in Service (4x salary), private GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, retailer discounts, and more.

We focus on safety, inclusivity, and career development, promoting diversity and fairness for all employees.

Note: GFSL services will transfer to a private sector provider in Spring 2026 following a procurement process.