Facilities Manager
Location: Skipton, North Yorkshire
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, office-based
Salary: up to £50,000 DOE
About the Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Facilities Manager to lead the strategic management, maintenance, development, and compliance of a diverse estate portfolio. This senior leadership role is ideal for a facilities, property, or estates professional who thrives in a complex, multi-site environment and has a proven track record of delivering capital projects, managing maintenance operations, and leading high-performing teams.
The Role Reporting to the Senior Leadership Team, you will take ownership of all property, infrastructure, maintenance, and capital development activities across a varied estate including accommodation, commercial properties, hospitality venues, wellness facilities, and outdoor assets.
You will ensure all buildings and facilities remain safe, compliant, well-maintained, and aligned with business objectives, while delivering an exceptional experience for guests, tenants, and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Estate Development & Capital Projects Lead the planning and delivery of capital projects
Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources
Coordinate architects, consultants, contractors, and project teams
Oversee project delivery to scope, budget, and schedule
Support funding and grant application processes
Facilities & Asset Management Manage planned and reactive maintenance programmes
Implement and oversee Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules
Develop and maintain asset registers and lifecycle plans
Ensure high standards across all guest-facing and operational areas
Drive continuous improvement in estate presentation and functionality
Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with all relevant UK legislation and regulations
Manage contractor compliance, risk assessments, and safe systems of work
Oversee statutory inspections and certifications
Maintain site security systems including CCTV, alarms, and access control
Support incident investigations and reporting
Operations & Stakeholder Management Coordinate maintenance activities within a live operational environment
Work closely with hospitality, operations, and commercial teams
Communicate project timelines and impacts effectively to stakeholders
Balance the needs of guests, tenants, and commercial operations
Sustainability & Environmental Management Lead energy efficiency and environmental improvement initiatives
Support renewable energy and carbon reduction projects
Identify opportunities for waste reduction and sustainability improvements
Financial Management Manage maintenance and capital expenditure budgets
Monitor project costs and financial performance
Identify efficiencies while maintaining quality and compliance
Support long-term investment and asset planning
Leadership Lead, develop, and motivate in-house teams and contractors
Manage performance, accountability, and procurement processes
Foster a proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused culture
About You:
Essential Significant experience within facilities, estates, property, or project management
Strong background in maintenance and facilities operations
Experience delivering capital projects in complex environments
Proven leadership and budget management experience
Sound knowledge of UK health & safety legislation
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills
Desirable NEBOSH or IOSH qualification
Qualification in Property Management, Construction, Facilities Management, or Project Management
Experience within hospitality, leisure, heritage, or mixed-use estates
Experience with CAFM systems
Knowledge of sustainability and renewable energy initiatives
Experience managing planning applications and regulatory approvals
Benefits 30 days holiday including bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Annual discretionary bonus
Employee wellbeing programme
Subsidised meals
Staff discounts on events, services, and stays
Opportunity to work within a unique and diverse estate environment
Apply Now If you are an experienced Facilities Manager looking for a senior leadership role with responsibility for a diverse estate portfolio, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your CV today for a confidential discussion.
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