Facilities Manager
Ipswich
35,000 - 40,000 + benefits package
Hybrid working following probation, 3 days office
Join a successful business with a true people-first culture.
Are you an experienced facilities professional with a passion for creating safe, efficient, and well-maintained workplaces? Do you thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment where your leadership and organisational skills genuinely make a difference?
We're working with a leading business to recruit a Facilities Manager for their high-performing Operations and Facilities team in Ipswich. This is a business-critical role with responsibility for the smooth operation of facilities, including:
* Contract management
* Security and fire systems
* Building and project works
* Waste and drainage
* IT stock and storage management
What you'll be doing
As Facilities Manager, you will take ownership of the company's premises and lead a dedicated team:
* Managing day-to-day operations across Facilities and Reception teams
* Leading, coaching, and developing staff to ensure consistent high standards
* Overseeing planned and reactive maintenance, contractors, and service providers
* Controlling budgets, procurement, and contracts for maintenance, cleaning, catering, and security
* Ensuring all health safety, fire, and security regulations are met and maintained
* Coordinating building projects, including office layouts, furniture, utilities, and risk assessments
* Managing waste and drainage compliance and procedures
* Supporting IT equipment allocation and storage
* Driving continuous improvement and fostering a positive, inclusive team culture
This is a role with real influence, visibility, and purpose.
We're looking for someone who is:
* Experienced in facilities management across multi-site environments
* Knowledgeable in health safety legislation and statutory compliance
* Highly organised and methodical with a proactive 'can-do attitude
* A confident and composed professional with excellent communication skills at all levels
* Demonstrated leadership and people management capability, with an emotionally intelligent, empathetic approach
* Qualified in Facilities Management (IWFM Level 4 diploma/Level 4 apprenticeship or equivalent)
* IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH qualified
If you thrive on variety, enjoy leading people, and take pride in creating safe, well-managed workplaces, this role will be a perfect fit.
We value inclusivity and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments, whether for accessibility or information in an alternative format.
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