Facilities Manager
Bristol (Onsite, 5 Days/Week)
Eligible for SC Clearance - UK Nationals only
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to take ownership of day-to-day facilities operations across multiple secure sites, including our primary Bristol location, and a once a monthly presence in London. This is a hands-on, onsite role requiring a proactive manager with a strong grasp of both hard and soft FM services, supplier management, and compliance in high-security environments.
You'll be responsible for ensuring our buildings, infrastructure, and support services run smoothly, safely, and efficiently - all while working to best practice, ISO standards, and within security protocols.
What You'll Be Doing
Managing and coordinating facilities operations
Leading a small facilities team (2 Administrators)
Overseeing hard and soft services, including:
HVAC, Access Control, Building Maintenance, Cleaning, and Reception Services
Managing relationships with 10-15 key suppliers
Ensuring delivery of preventive maintenance, building system installations, and small projects
Maintaining control of facilities budgets and driving cost-efficiency
Ensuring compliance with HSE legislation, ISO standards, and security protocols
Supporting audits, inspections, and reporting to senior stakeholders
Delivering a professional, safe, and secure workplace for all staff and visitors
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Facilities Manager or Senior FM role
Strong understanding of building systems and preventive maintenance
Hands-on experience in both hard and soft services
Supplier and contract management across multiple locations
Good financial acumen and budget management skills
Comfortable managing a small team and external vendors
Knowledge of security-sensitive environments (defence experience not essential)
Eligible for SC Clearance - UK Nationals only (Five Eyes countries)
Ability to work onsite full-time (this is not a hybrid/remote role)
Desirable (Nice to Have)
Experience in secure environments (e.g. defence, government, or critical infrastructure)
Understanding of access control systems, infrastructure installations, and small works project coordination
Why Join Us?
Play a key role in maintaining secure, compliant, and high-functioning facilities
Work on a varied and meaningful estate with multiple site responsibilities
Be part of a supportive team and company with strong values and vision
Competitive salary and a role with long-term stability in a growing organisation
Apply Now
If you're a proactive and experienced Facilities Manager ready for a new challenge in a high-compliance environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today