Jackson Hogg is delighted to be supporting our client with the recruitment of a Facilities Manager for a brand-new plant build.
This is a unique opportunity to join a business at the very start of its journey. As Facilities Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing site facilities processes, ensuring legal compliance, and creating a safe, efficient, and sustainable working environment.
You’ll have the scope to develop and implement SOPs, lead facilities projects, and be instrumental in shaping the standards, policies, and culture of a state-of-the-art site.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee all aspects of facilities management across a brand-new site.
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Develop and implement SOPs, policies, and procedures for building and site facilities.
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Ensure the site is fully compliant with health, safety, environmental, and statutory requirements.
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Manage building systems including HVAC, utilities, security, waste, and energy.
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Lead facilities projects such as office fit-outs, equipment installation, and site services.
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Manage budgets, contracts, and external service providers.
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Develop a robust planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedule for site facilities.
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Ensure site services (cleaning, catering, security, grounds maintenance) run efficiently.
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Lead on sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.
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Support senior leadership in shaping the facilities function as the business grows.
Essential:
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Previous experience in a Facilities Manager (or senior FM role) within an industrial/manufacturing or large-scale site.
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Strong knowledge of health, safety, environmental, and statutory building compliance.
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Proven experience managing service contracts, budgets, and suppliers.
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Ability to develop SOPs, policies, and facilities procedures.
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Strong organisational and leadership skills.
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IT literate, with experience in facilities or asset management systems.
Desirable:
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Experience in plant commissioning/start-up environments.
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NEBOSH, IOSH, or similar HSE qualification.
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Experience leading sustainability or energy efficiency initiatives.
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary + benefits package.
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A day-shift role with a strong work-life balance.
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Opportunity to shape the facilities management function from the ground up.
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Be part of a brand-new site build with the scope to make a lasting impact.
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Excellent career development opportunities as the site and wider business expand