Operations and Facilities Manager
£59,000 - £65,000
Edinburgh Innovation Hub, near Edinburgh
About us
Edinburgh Innovation Hub (EIH). Set to open in Autumn 2025, the EIH will be a powerhouse for innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth. Combining state-of-the-art labs and flexible office space, it will foster cutting-edge research, dynamic start-ups, and collaboration between academia and industry—driving transformative change across Scotland and beyond.
About the Role
The Operations and Facilities Manager (OFM) will be a key driving force behind the Hub’s success—hands-on, proactive, and central to smooth daily operations. Overseeing facilities, tenant services, and health and safety, the OFM will ensure top-tier service delivery to our vibrant community of innovators in Life Sciences, Food & Drink, ICT, and related sectors. This role is crucial to keeping the Hub running efficiently, safely, and commercially—powering a dynamic, high-performing environment for all.
About you
We're looking for someone with proven experience in operations or facilities management—ideally within an innovation hub, commercial space, or mixed-use environment. You’ll have a good understanding of Planned and Reactive Maintenance systems, contractor coordination, and service level agreement (SLA) monitoring. Experience managing technical facilities such as laboratories, ICT infrastructure, or controlled environments would be a strong advantage.
For more information please visit:
https://www.aspenpeople.co.uk/eih/
For a confidential discussion, please contact Katharine Price, Gillian Blackadder or Donogh O'Brien at Aspen People on 0141 212 7555.
Application Process:
Closing Date:Sunday 17th August
First Interviews:virtually online – either Wednesday 27th (PM only) or Tuesday 26th (all day) –please keep both times free and one date will be chosen.
Final Interviews:Tuesday 2nd September–in person at Queen Margaret University (QMU)
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