Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager Childcare Sector (Multi-Site) - Successful Candidate must drive and have own vechile

Location: London & surrounding areas
Portfolio: 18 Day Nursery Sites
Reports to: Property / Operations Manager

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to take full responsibility for the maintenance, compliance, and presentation of a portfolio of 18 childcare nursery sites.

This is a key role within the business, overseeing all aspects of planned, reactive, and statutory maintenance, while managing an in-house maintenance team and a wide range of external service providers. The Facilities Manager will ensure all buildings remain safe, compliant, and maintained to an exceptionally high standard, supporting the delivery of high-quality childcare environments.

As Facilities Manager, you will have operational oversight of the day-to-day facilities management across all sites. You will lead maintenance coordination, manage compliance schedules, oversee contractors, and ensure excellent standards of presentation, safety, and functionality throughout the estate.

Facilities & Maintenance Management

• Overall responsibility for day-to-day facilities management across 18 nursery properties

• Review daily maintenance reports from nursery managers and identify required actions

• Prioritise maintenance tasks (urgent, routine, planned) and manage workflows accordingly

• Prepare daily and weekly action plans and ensure works are completed within agreed timescales

• Oversee reactive, planned, and preventative maintenance activities

Maintenance Team Management

• Line manage and coordinate three in-house Maintenance Operatives

• Produce structured weekly schedules covering planned maintenance, reactive works, and inspections

• Ensure operatives carry out thorough site inspections and report additional issues

• Monitor performance, workload distribution, and productivity across the team

Compliance & Statutory Responsibilities

• Maintain full statutory compliance across all sites

• Manage and monitor a comprehensive compliance calendar, including monthly, quarterly, six-monthly, and annual inspections

• Ensure timely completion of all statutory servicing, including:

  • Fire alarm and emergency lighting testing

  • Fire extinguisher servicing

  • Gas safety inspections

  • Electrical inspections (EICRs)

  • PAT testing

  • Passenger lift servicing

• Ensure all compliance certificates, reports, and service records are accurately stored and accessible

• Manage annual renewal of service contracts, ensuring competitive rates and valid documentation (insurance, RAMS, certification)

Contractor & Service Provider Management

• Act as the main point of contact for all external contractors and service providers

• Obtain and assess quotes for maintenance works and specialist services

• Verify contractor competence, insurance, and compliance documentation

• Oversee contractor performance and ensure works are completed to the required standard

• Negotiate service contracts and renewals where appropriate

Building Fabric, Site Standards & Presentation

• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure buildings and grounds are maintained to a high standard

• Oversee hard and soft facilities, including:

  • Internal and external finishes

  • Doors, windows, flooring, fixtures, and fittings

  • Outdoor play areas, fencing, and surfaces

  • Signage, lighting, and general site appearance

• Monitor cleaning standards and hygiene across all nurseries

• Ensure gardens and outdoor spaces are safely maintained using in-house staff or external contractors

Reporting, Records & Budget Support

• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance, compliance, and servicing activities

• Produce regular reports on completed works, outstanding issues, and compliance status

• Maintain central logs for contracts, inspections, insurance, RAMS, and contractor details

• Support budgeting for repairs, planned maintenance, and capital works

Essential Experience

• Proven experience in a Facilities Manager or senior facilities role within a multi-site environment (ideally 10+ sites)

• Strong background in building maintenance and statutory compliance

• Experience managing maintenance teams and external contractors

Knowledge & Skills

• Good understanding of fire safety, gas, electrical, and general building compliance requirements

• Strong organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills

• Ability to assess building condition and identify maintenance needs

• Experience managing PPM schedules and compliance systems

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

• Confident, professional, and able to manage competing priorities

• Strong communicator with a practical, solutions-focused approach

• Committed to maintaining safe, high-quality environments for children and staff

• Full UK driving licence

• Willingness to travel regularly between sites

• Flexibility to respond to urgent issues outside normal working hours when required

This is a permanent position and a great opportunity to join a growing business.

If you are interested in this position please apply or if you would like to have a confidential chat please call Josh Fenn at Fortus Recruitment Group.

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