Facilities Manager
FMA-102006_1750431524 Posted: 20/06/2025
Facilities Manager - Dudley
Location: Dudley
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package
Start Date: ASAP
Daniel Owen Ltd is currently recruiting on behalf of a leading facilities management provider for a Facilities Manager to join a site-based team in Dudley. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a well-run contract, lead a small on-site team, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of a public sector facility.
As Facilities Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring compliance, coordinating remedial works, managing contractors and staff, and acting as the key point of contact for the client on-site. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone with a background in Hard FM and a strong understanding of health and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Oversee total site compliance and ensure documentation is always audit-ready
2. Review and approve subcontractor RAMS, ensuring adherence to procedures
3. Manage staff performance, absence, and holiday scheduling to ensure adequate site cover
4. Maintain a positive working relationship with the client through clear and effective communication
5. Monitor and manage open helpdesk jobs, ensuring prompt resolution within SLA targets
6. Lead monthly Health & Safety site audits and ensure safety procedures are followed by all staff and subcontractors
7. Deliver Toolbox Talks and ensure training records are kept up to date
8. Provide operational support during emergency incidents, including fire evacuations
9. Assist the Contract Manager with site reporting, measurements, and project documentation
10. Submit monthly performance and compliance reports in a timely manner
Requirements:
11. IOSH Managing Safely certification (essential)
12. Previous experience managing Hard FM services and direct reports
13. Proven ability to manage subcontractors and ensure H&S compliance
14. First Aid certification (essential)
15. Strong organisational and communication skills
16. Technical bias desirable
17. Ability to pass a DBS Basic check (essential)
What's on Offer:
18. Competitive salary
19. 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
20. Life cover (1.5x annual salary)
21. Access to employee discount schemes across major retailers
22. Cycle to work scheme and gym discounts
23. Holiday purchase scheme
24. Two corporate social responsibility days per year