Facilities Manager

Huntworth, Somerset
HR GO Recruitment

Have you a trade such as plumbing, carpentry, electrician or builder? Have you worked in general buildings of facilities maintenance, if so read on.

Job Title: Facilities Manager

Location: Bridgwater, Taunton and Wellington
Reports To: CEO
Salary: 34k-36k
Contract Type: FT- 37 hours 8.30- 4.30 M-F

My client is in the charity sector and have multiple buildings they own and lease for the charities activities. They are looking for a facilities manager to oversee and coordinate everything from contractors, suppliers and over all logistics and then keep an overview to get the premises open & running. A company pool car can be provided to going between sites

Job Purpose

The Facilities Manager is responsible for ensuring that buildings and grounds are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with health, safety, and environmental standards. This role involves both strategic planning and day-to-day operations across a range of services such as building maintenance, security, space optimisation, vendor coordination, and budget oversight.

Key Responsibilities

1. Building Maintenance

• Oversee all aspects of property maintenance and repairs, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance schedules and implement upgrades as needed to maintain building functionality.

1. Safety and Security

• Develop and implement safety and emergency procedures.
• Manage building access controls and ensure the premises are secure at all times.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments.

1. Space and Resource Management

• Maximize use of physical space, including layout planning and coordinating internal moves.
• Oversee parking facilities, furniture, and equipment logistics.

1. Vendor and Contract Management

• Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with external suppliers (cleaning, waste management, security, etc.).
• Monitor vendor performance to ensure high service standards.

1. Budget and Financial Oversight

• Prepare and manage the facilities budget.
• Track expenses, forecast future needs, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

1. Compliance and Regulations

• Ensure all facilities operations are in line with current building codes, fire regulations, and health and safety laws.
• Maintain necessary certifications, records, and inspection reports.

1. Environmental Sustainability

• Promote and implement sustainability initiatives, including energy-saving programs and waste reduction practices.

1. Record Keeping and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, repairs, inspections, and vendor contracts.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management.

1. Team Leadership

• Supervise and support facilities staff including maintenance personnel, custodians, and groundskeepers.
• Manage staffing schedules and facilitate training where required.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities or building management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Competence in managing budgets and negotiating service contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of building systems and maintenance procedures.
• Familiarity with health and safety legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions.
• Proficiency in facilities management systems and relevant IT tools.

Desirable Qualifications

• Certification in Facilities Management (e.g., BIFM, IWFM, NEBOSH).
• Project management experience.
• Knowledge of sustainability best practices and environmental regulations.

27 days plus Bank holidays

Pension

Use of Pool van

If use own car- mileage at 45p

Laptop/ phone