Facilities Manager – 12-Month Fixed Term Contract – Burgess Hill, UK
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee day-to-day building operations, maintenance, and service delivery across a key site in Burgess Hill.
You’ll lead a team managing a facility, campus, or a small portfolio of buildings, ensuring everything runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
This position sits within a wider Facilities Management function focused on operational performance, asset care, and long-term maintenance planning.
What You’ll Do
* Provide hands-on leadership to your team, including training, development, performance reviews, coaching, and supporting recruitment as required.
* Plan and manage daily workflows, set schedules, assign tasks, and ensure smooth operational delivery.
* Coordinate all repairs, planned maintenance, and technical work with engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
* Maintain strong client relationships and lead discussions on facilities issues, service improvements, and ongoing priorities.
* Prepare and manage budgets, capital works, and financial reports.
* Carry out facility inspections, ensure quality assurance, and keep operations compliant with local, national, and safety regulations.
* Oversee all environmental, health, and safety standards across the site.
* Manage vendor relationships, procurement processes, and invoice approvals.
* Deliver training on maintenance procedures, safety practices, and operational standards.
* Resolve day-to-day facilities issues, identify improvement opportunities, and help drive operational efficiency.
What You’ll Need
* Ideally a degree or equivalent experience, with around 3–5 years’ experience in a Facilities Manager or similar role.
* A valid UK driver’s licence.
* Facilities Management certification is preferred.
* Strong background in team leadership, including coaching, mentoring, and developing people.
* Confident communicator able to handle complex or sensitive information effectively.
* Excellent organisational skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
* Solid numerical ability, including managing budgets, costs, and financial metrics