Job Title: Facilities Manager
Location: Cannock (plus travel to High Wycombe)
Salary: £Competitive + flexible benefits
Key Skills: Facilities Management, Service Agreements, Contract Management, Maintenance, Planning, Budgets, Compliance, H&S, Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, Drives License
The Role
We are looking for a proactive and hands-on Facilities Manager to take full ownership of facilities management across two growing sites.
This is a newly created role, offering a unique opportunity to shape how facilities are managed, maintained, and developed over the long term. You will play a key part in both the day-to-day running of the sites and the strategic planning of future upgrades and investment.
This is a varied position, ideal for someone who is equally comfortable solving problems on the ground as they are planning for the future.
Key Responsibilities as the Facilities Manager:
Operational Facilities Management
Oversee the day-to-day operation and maintenance of all facilities
Carry out and coordinate hands-on repairs where appropriate
Supervise and support the Facilities Maintenance Technician
Ensure all facilities are safe, compliant, and fit for purposeSupplier & Contract Management
Source, appoint, and manage external contractors and service providers
Negotiate contracts to ensure best value and service quality
Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong relationshipsPlanned & Reactive Maintenance
Develop and manage Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules
Respond quickly to reactive issues, minimising disruption
Identify improvement opportunities and implement cost-effective solutionsStrategic Planning & Projects
Develop and maintain a rolling 10-year facilities maintenance and investment plan
Lead site improvement projects, refurbishments, and infrastructure upgrades
Contribute to long-term site development and capacity planningBudget Management
Manage and control the facilities budget
Track, forecast, and report on expenditure
Identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunitiesCompliance & Health & Safety
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards
Support audits, risk assessments, and H&S initiatives
Maintain accurate records of inspections and certificationsAbout You
You will be a practical, solutions-focused Facilities professional who thrives in a hands-on role and enjoys taking ownership.
Essential:
Proven experience in a facilities Manager (or similar) role within engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environments
Strong hands-on maintenance knowledge across building systems
Experience managing contractors and negotiating service agreements
Ability to manage both reactive and planned maintenance
Budget management experience
Good understanding of UK H&S and facilities compliance
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Full UK driving licenceDesirable:
Experience in defence or highly regulated environments
Relevant qualifications (Facilities Management, Engineering, Surveying, etc.)
IOSH, NEBOSH, or IWFM certification
Experience developing long-term asset or maintenance strategiesWhat's on Offer
Competitive salary and flexible benefits package
Flexible working hours
A high-impact role in a growing organisation
Real ownership and autonomy to shape facilities strategy
A varied role across multiple sites***PLEASE NOTE***
Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy
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