Facilities Manager
£50,000 - £60,000 + Car, Package & Opportunities
A Rare Opportunity to Build, Lead & Grow
Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week | Monday–Friday
Our client is a well-established commercial property business with years of heritage. They value loyalty, long-term relationships and doing things properly.
Due to recent structural changes, they are now seeking an experienced, hands-on Facilities Manager to take ownership of maintenance and Health & Safety across a diverse UK portfolio.
This is a brand-new role — a genuine opportunity for the right individual to step in, shape the function, represent the company at senior level, and grow with an ambitious and expanding organisation.
This isn't about chasing a £5k salary difference — it's about finding the right long-term fit.
Multi-site travel across the UK is required.
The Role
Based at the Head Office in West London, you will work across a portfolio including:
A multi-tenanted office building in Manchester
Sites across London, Berkshire and the South West
Typical working pattern:
1–2 days per week in the office
3 days visiting sites
Approximately 1 week per month in Manchester (early starts required)
This is a visible, active and hands-on position — not a desk-bound role.
Key Responsibilities
Facilities & Maintenance
You will take full responsibility for:
Managing day-to-day building operations across multiple sites
Supervising maintenance staff and external contractors
Overseeing electrical, plumbing, HVAC and general building systems
Negotiating and reviewing service contracts annually
Managing fire safety, air conditioning and compliance providers
Reviewing and approving RAMS
Conducting inspections and implementing preventative measures
Maintaining accurate maintenance records
Health & Safety Leadership
Developing and implementing H&S policies and procedures
Reviewing site-specific and company-wide risk assessments
Conducting audits and compliance reviews
Investigating incidents and implementing corrective actions
Delivering H&S training and promoting a strong safety culture
Ensuring full compliance with UK legislation and fire regulations
You will confidently represent the business at meetings and provide credible, informed advice to the senior management team.
About You
We are looking for a certified, commercially aware professional who can operate independently and bring structure where needed.
Essential Experience & Skills
Minimum 5 years' experience as a Facilities Manager across multiple sites
Strong background in building maintenance (electrical, plumbing, HVAC)
NEBOSH certification
Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation
Experience managing contractors and service contracts
Confident reviewing risk assessments and RAMS
Full clean UK driving licence
Comfortable responding to occasional out-of-hours emergencies
Strong Microsoft 365 skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
You'll Be Someone Who:
Enjoys being out on site and visible
Can audit, retain and improve contractor performance
Thrives on variety across commercial and self-storage property
Is seeking a long-term opportunity within a growing business
Why Join?
£50,000–£60,000 salary (flexible for the right person)
Company car
Ride to Work scheme
Free parking
Established, loyal and stable organisation
Growing business with scope to shape and develop the role
Supportive management team
This is not a business in crisis or in a rush. Time is being taken to find the right person — someone who wants a new challenge within a smaller, expanding organisation where they can truly make an impact.
If you're ready to take ownership, shape a function and grow with a respected property business, we'd love to hear from you.
Maxwell Stephens Recruitment