Facilities & Maintenance Manager
Brighton, Sussex
Multi-Site Education Portfolio
Salary: £42,000 +Excellent Benefits
25 Days Holiday + BH
We’re seeking an experienced Facilities & Maintenance Manager to lead Hard Services across a Multi-Site education estate in Brighton.
This hands-on role oversees engineers, contractors, compliance, and service delivery to ensure safe, reliable and high-quality FM operations.
You will drive excellent service standards, maintain strong safety and statutory compliance, and deliver a consistently positive customer experience.
Your leadership will be central to upholding the reputation and performance of the PPP Facilities Management service.
The Role
* Manage reactive & planned maintenance across multiple school sites.
* Lead and develop a team of engineers, ensuring correct staffing, skills and training.
* Oversee electrical testing, inspections, minor repairs and emergency breakdown response.
* Drive safety culture and ensure full compliance with HSE procedures and statutory requirements.
* Monitor CAFM data, produce client reports and continually improve performance.
* Control budgets, resources and third-party suppliers, ensuring SLA delivery.
About You
* Strong background in Hard FM with proven team leadership experience.
* Skilled in electrical testing, installation, fault-finding and maintenance.
* Confident managing subcontractors, compliance and complex maintenance schedules.
* Competent with CAFM systems (Concept/Maximo/TopDesk).
* IT proficient (Excel, Word, Outlook) and detail-focused.
* NEBOSH (or willing to work towards), C&G 2360 / 2391–2395, NVQ Level 3.
* AP/RP experience desirable.
* Enhanced DBS required (provided by employer).
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