PART ONE
ABOUT THE ROLE
Winchester College has an exciting opportunity to appoint a Painter & Decorator starting as soon as possible.
The school has in its care an extraordinary range of buildings from chapels and classrooms to a swimming pool and science laboratories; from the fourteenth century to the twenty-first. The list currently embraces 11 Boarding Houses and over 100 staff houses.
This built environment is maintained and improved by the Works Department under the direction of the Estate Bursar, who also manages the capital projects. The Works Department has staff of around 30 operatives and is supported by various office staff.
The department operates out of a new purpose-built facility in Norman Road.
PART TWO
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PAINTER & DECORATOR
Key Responsibilities
To carry out all aspects of painting & decorating work on the College’s varied building stock as part of an in-house multi-disciplined maintenance team.
The postholder will carry all aspects of painting & decorating work on refurbishment, cyclical maintenance projects and day-to-day re-active works all under the supervision of a Supervisor/Manager.
The Painter and Decorator will be responsible for preparing, finishing, and maintaining internal and external surfaces to a high standard. The role will ensure that all works to the various college building are completed safely, efficiently, and with excellent attention to detail.
Reporting Lines
This role will report to the Works Project Manager
PART THREE
PERSON SPECIFICATION AND KEY QUALITIES
Professional Experience
Experience will be by qualification or time served or a combination of both. Specific experience with listed buildings and traditional skills is advantageous, but not essential.
Must be an experienced Painter & Decorator who will be able to work unsupervised as well as within a team.
Strong knowledge of painting techniques, materials, and surface preparation.
Ability to read and interpret drawings or specifications.
Good colour vision and attention to detail.
Competent in wallpapering and specialist finishes (e.g., glossing, spraying, textured coatings).
Be committed to promoting and embedding an inclusive culture, with equality of opportunity for all.
A welcoming and friendly demeanour for all visitors to the College.
PART FOUR
BENEFITS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND APPLICATION
Start Date
Flexible start date for the right candidate with preference for commencement as soon as possible.
Hours of Work
This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week , and such other hours as are reasonably necessary to meet the needs of the College and the demands of the role.
Salary
£32,824.00 (gross) per annum. Paid in arrears, to a nominated back account in 12 equal payments.
Induction and Continuous Training and Development
The school is fully committed to the induction, training and development of all our staff, with staff supported to grow and reach their full potential.
We deliver a range of training, run by both our own staff and external providers, varying from highly practical First Aid courses to seminars and learning lunches on many aspects of teaching and learning.
There is an annual cycle of appraisal offering the opportunity to reflect on professional practice and development opportunities.
The school also offers a wide range of apprenticeships supporting staff development and progression.
Pension and Life Cover
On employment, employees will be auto-enrolled into the College’s pension scheme according to legislative thresholds. Those who are not eligible for auto-enrolment may still elect to join the College’s pension scheme.
Initially, when joining the College’s pension scheme, employees will become a member of the College’s Group Personal Pension Plan (GPP). For this Plan, known as Tier 1, the employee contributes 4% and the employer 3%.
After 9 month’s membership of the Tier 1 plan, employees may opt to join Tier 2, which is also a GPP, where the employee contributes 5% and the employer 9%.
Employees in Tier 1 automatically qualify for a Life Cover of 2 times salary. On entry to Tier 2, Life Cover changes to 4 times salary.
Annual Leave
The College leave year runs from 1 September to 31 August. This position will be entitled to 28 days holiday annually, which includes the usual Public Bank Holidays. Any Public Bank Holiday occurring during term time is deemed to be a normal working day. All leave must be taken by prior arrangement and must be taken outside of the school’s term times.
Subject to the discretion of the school’s Bursar, a gift may also be given of extra time off during the Christmas period.
Wider Benefits
Free staff lunches during term time.
Free use of some sports facilities and discounted hire charges for others
Tour of the College, with discounted rates available for booking venues within the school’s grounds for hospitality events.
Cycle to work scheme.
Free access to an ongoing cycle of cultural, musical, theatrical and sporting talks and events.
Employee Referral Scheme, with a reward of up to £250 for staff (subject to scheme conditions).
Free Library membership with access to a range of online journals and magazines.
Reduced green fee rates for local golf course.
Probation, Notice Periods
The first three months of employment will be a probationary period. Regular reviews with line managers take place over the probationary period with the opportunity to discuss progress, identify any areas for action and ensure that there is appropriate guidance and support in place to enable successful completion of the probationary period.
During the probationary period, the notice required by either party to terminate employment will be one week. Once employment is confirmed, the notice period will be one month.
Disclosure Check
As Winchester College is an educational establishment, a condition of employment will be that the successful candidate must consent to the school obtaining an Enhanced Level Disclosure Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will reveal all spent and unspent convictions, warnings, cautions and bind-overs. A policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on the school’s website.
Safeguarding is one of the primary responsibilities of this role. The jobholder is responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact with, and will need to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy at all times. The postholder should be conversant with the responsibilities and procedures detailed in this policy and with the Department for Education’s Keeping Children Safe in Education . If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the postholder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, they must report any concerns to the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead, or in their absence, the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads.
References and Other Pre-employment Checks
The appointment will be dependent upon the receipt of a successful medical check and satisfactory references. The College will usually seek references from shortlisted candidates before interview and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications. At least one referee must be the current or most recent employer. Where applicants are not currently working with children but have done so in the past, one referee must be the person by whom they were most recently employed when working with children.
HOW TO APPLY
Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attach a full CV with your application.
Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes.
Closing date for applications: Midnight on Friday 30 September 2026
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk .
Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to promoting a fair and supportive environment for all our employees. We are keen to welcome applications from all applicants that feel that they meet the requirements of the role, regardless of their background and culture.
Data Protection
Winchester College collects and processes relevant personal data as part of its everyday operations and is obliged to process it in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and Data Act 2018. The school is the Data Controller of this data under the Act and is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office. Its registration number is Z5751669.
If you have any queries or comments about this policy or how personal data is processed by the school, please contact the Bursar and his team by emailing: dataprotection@wincoll.ac.uk or by writing to: Data Protection, The Bursary, Winchester College, College Street, Winchester, SO23 9NA.
PART FIVE
ABOUT WINCHESTER COLLEGE
For nearly 650 years Wykehamists have been taught and nurtured in an atmosphere of intellectual inquiry and academic excellence. In every generation it has helped them leave the college with confidence and curiosity, ready to make their mark upon society. We deliberately give our pupils time, space and freedom to develop their thoughts for themselves.
A large, full boarding school, Winchester is in the process of expanding pupil numbers and transitioning to co-education in the Sixth Form, with the transition expected to be complete by 2029. In 2025, Winchester merged with The Pilgrims’ School, one of the leading academic prep schools for boys with a particularly strong musical tradition founded on its unique status as a double choir school.
23/09/2026
Full time
PART ONE
ABOUT THE ROLE
Winchester College has an exciting opportunity to appoint a Painter & Decorator starting as soon as possible.
The school has in its care an extraordinary range of buildings from chapels and classrooms to a swimming pool and science laboratories; from the fourteenth century to the twenty-first. The list currently embraces 11 Boarding Houses and over 100 staff houses.
This built environment is maintained and improved by the Works Department under the direction of the Estate Bursar, who also manages the capital projects. The Works Department has staff of around 30 operatives and is supported by various office staff.
The department operates out of a new purpose-built facility in Norman Road.
PART TWO
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PAINTER & DECORATOR
Key Responsibilities
To carry out all aspects of painting & decorating work on the College’s varied building stock as part of an in-house multi-disciplined maintenance team.
The postholder will carry all aspects of painting & decorating work on refurbishment, cyclical maintenance projects and day-to-day re-active works all under the supervision of a Supervisor/Manager.
The Painter and Decorator will be responsible for preparing, finishing, and maintaining internal and external surfaces to a high standard. The role will ensure that all works to the various college building are completed safely, efficiently, and with excellent attention to detail.
Reporting Lines
This role will report to the Works Project Manager
PART THREE
PERSON SPECIFICATION AND KEY QUALITIES
Professional Experience
Experience will be by qualification or time served or a combination of both. Specific experience with listed buildings and traditional skills is advantageous, but not essential.
Must be an experienced Painter & Decorator who will be able to work unsupervised as well as within a team.
Strong knowledge of painting techniques, materials, and surface preparation.
Ability to read and interpret drawings or specifications.
Good colour vision and attention to detail.
Competent in wallpapering and specialist finishes (e.g., glossing, spraying, textured coatings).
Be committed to promoting and embedding an inclusive culture, with equality of opportunity for all.
A welcoming and friendly demeanour for all visitors to the College.
PART FOUR
BENEFITS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND APPLICATION
Start Date
Flexible start date for the right candidate with preference for commencement as soon as possible.
Hours of Work
This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week , and such other hours as are reasonably necessary to meet the needs of the College and the demands of the role.
Salary
£32,824.00 (gross) per annum. Paid in arrears, to a nominated back account in 12 equal payments.
Induction and Continuous Training and Development
The school is fully committed to the induction, training and development of all our staff, with staff supported to grow and reach their full potential.
We deliver a range of training, run by both our own staff and external providers, varying from highly practical First Aid courses to seminars and learning lunches on many aspects of teaching and learning.
There is an annual cycle of appraisal offering the opportunity to reflect on professional practice and development opportunities.
The school also offers a wide range of apprenticeships supporting staff development and progression.
Pension and Life Cover
On employment, employees will be auto-enrolled into the College’s pension scheme according to legislative thresholds. Those who are not eligible for auto-enrolment may still elect to join the College’s pension scheme.
Initially, when joining the College’s pension scheme, employees will become a member of the College’s Group Personal Pension Plan (GPP). For this Plan, known as Tier 1, the employee contributes 4% and the employer 3%.
After 9 month’s membership of the Tier 1 plan, employees may opt to join Tier 2, which is also a GPP, where the employee contributes 5% and the employer 9%.
Employees in Tier 1 automatically qualify for a Life Cover of 2 times salary. On entry to Tier 2, Life Cover changes to 4 times salary.
Annual Leave
The College leave year runs from 1 September to 31 August. This position will be entitled to 28 days holiday annually, which includes the usual Public Bank Holidays. Any Public Bank Holiday occurring during term time is deemed to be a normal working day. All leave must be taken by prior arrangement and must be taken outside of the school’s term times.
Subject to the discretion of the school’s Bursar, a gift may also be given of extra time off during the Christmas period.
Wider Benefits
Free staff lunches during term time.
Free use of some sports facilities and discounted hire charges for others
Tour of the College, with discounted rates available for booking venues within the school’s grounds for hospitality events.
Cycle to work scheme.
Free access to an ongoing cycle of cultural, musical, theatrical and sporting talks and events.
Employee Referral Scheme, with a reward of up to £250 for staff (subject to scheme conditions).
Free Library membership with access to a range of online journals and magazines.
Reduced green fee rates for local golf course.
Probation, Notice Periods
The first three months of employment will be a probationary period. Regular reviews with line managers take place over the probationary period with the opportunity to discuss progress, identify any areas for action and ensure that there is appropriate guidance and support in place to enable successful completion of the probationary period.
During the probationary period, the notice required by either party to terminate employment will be one week. Once employment is confirmed, the notice period will be one month.
Disclosure Check
As Winchester College is an educational establishment, a condition of employment will be that the successful candidate must consent to the school obtaining an Enhanced Level Disclosure Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will reveal all spent and unspent convictions, warnings, cautions and bind-overs. A policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on the school’s website.
Safeguarding is one of the primary responsibilities of this role. The jobholder is responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact with, and will need to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy at all times. The postholder should be conversant with the responsibilities and procedures detailed in this policy and with the Department for Education’s Keeping Children Safe in Education . If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the postholder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, they must report any concerns to the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead, or in their absence, the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads.
References and Other Pre-employment Checks
The appointment will be dependent upon the receipt of a successful medical check and satisfactory references. The College will usually seek references from shortlisted candidates before interview and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications. At least one referee must be the current or most recent employer. Where applicants are not currently working with children but have done so in the past, one referee must be the person by whom they were most recently employed when working with children.
HOW TO APPLY
Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attach a full CV with your application.
Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes.
Closing date for applications: Midnight on Friday 30 September 2026
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk .
Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to promoting a fair and supportive environment for all our employees. We are keen to welcome applications from all applicants that feel that they meet the requirements of the role, regardless of their background and culture.
Data Protection
Winchester College collects and processes relevant personal data as part of its everyday operations and is obliged to process it in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and Data Act 2018. The school is the Data Controller of this data under the Act and is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office. Its registration number is Z5751669.
If you have any queries or comments about this policy or how personal data is processed by the school, please contact the Bursar and his team by emailing: dataprotection@wincoll.ac.uk or by writing to: Data Protection, The Bursary, Winchester College, College Street, Winchester, SO23 9NA.
PART FIVE
ABOUT WINCHESTER COLLEGE
For nearly 650 years Wykehamists have been taught and nurtured in an atmosphere of intellectual inquiry and academic excellence. In every generation it has helped them leave the college with confidence and curiosity, ready to make their mark upon society. We deliberately give our pupils time, space and freedom to develop their thoughts for themselves.
A large, full boarding school, Winchester is in the process of expanding pupil numbers and transitioning to co-education in the Sixth Form, with the transition expected to be complete by 2029. In 2025, Winchester merged with The Pilgrims’ School, one of the leading academic prep schools for boys with a particularly strong musical tradition founded on its unique status as a double choir school.
General Maintenance Technician Belfast, County Antrim, United Kingdom £31,000 to £35,000 per year + Overtime + On call payments + Company Van WorkSpace is a specialist division of McLaughlin & Harvey, as a specialist Facilities Management Provider, we strive to build strong collaborative partnerships with all our clients through the delivery of a best-in-class service, harnessed by the technical expertise of our directly employed Engineers. We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking an FM Technician focused on Building Fabric to enhance our Facilities Management team and drive success across our high value projects at various client locations across Northern Ireland. Why join us? Exciting Projects Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy Career Growth Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development Collaborative Culture Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence Competitive Package Enjoy great benefits including volunteering days and a competitive salary. Salary offered will be suject to experience and suitability for the role. (Check out our full benefits offering on our website) What you will be doing The successful FM Technician - Building Fabric will be responsible for providing planned and reactive maintenance service across a portfolio of sites. To be well organised and ensure compliance with Company and Client Health and safety policies and procedures. Complete and provide reports in relation to work and equipment as required, including reporting your arrival and departure from each call and obtaining customer signature where required. Respond promptly and in a positive manner to service call requests from the Helpdesk and undertake reactive repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible. Prioritise maintenance and repair work to achieve agreed response times and if there are delays, liaise with your manager for direction. Order and maintain materials, tools and equipment, in accordance with company procedures. Advise the Helpdesk where 3rd party contractor attendance is needed, either for quotation or to effect specialist repairs, and to provide job specification. Assist with surveys and reports. Maintain asset registers ensuring all equipment is tagged if applicable. Always represent the Company in a professional manner, developing a good working relationship with MCLH Helpdesk and Client site teams. Ensure all paperwork is completed accurately, on time and in line with Company procedures Ensure the execution of Planned and Reactive Maintenance Tasks in line with the Contract Scope and Specification. Core Building Fabric Maintenance Services include but not limited to; General Building Roof leaks repairs including gutter and gully repairs and replacement Flooring repair and replacement of vinyl and ceramic tiles (training can be provided) Install and repair internal cladding, wall tiling & edge protection Reactive maintenance works and first line response in relation to all general building tasks including minor painting works Plumbing & Drainage First line response for all plumbing & drainage works Joinery Wall, floor, and associated fitting repairs. Ironmongery and hardware repairs and replacement. Internal & external doors repairs, replacement and inspections Planned maintenance inspections of fire doors What We re Looking For NVQ Level 2 Carpentry or similar Full Driving Licence Ability to use the Microsoft Office/ IT products A multiskilled Tradeperson with good hands-on experience of building fabric maintenance tasks Desirable City & Guilds Carpentry & Joinery (6706) IPAF Trained Previous experience of Computer Aided Facilities Management Systems. CSCS Card Previous experience in working on a multi-site contract How to Apply: If you re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your expertise and innovation, we d love to hear from you by clicking Apply below! Join us on our journey to McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work. We take responsibility for always striving to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements.
09/10/2026
Full time
General Maintenance Technician Belfast, County Antrim, United Kingdom £31,000 to £35,000 per year + Overtime + On call payments + Company Van WorkSpace is a specialist division of McLaughlin & Harvey, as a specialist Facilities Management Provider, we strive to build strong collaborative partnerships with all our clients through the delivery of a best-in-class service, harnessed by the technical expertise of our directly employed Engineers. We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking an FM Technician focused on Building Fabric to enhance our Facilities Management team and drive success across our high value projects at various client locations across Northern Ireland. Why join us? Exciting Projects Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy Career Growth Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development Collaborative Culture Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence Competitive Package Enjoy great benefits including volunteering days and a competitive salary. Salary offered will be suject to experience and suitability for the role. (Check out our full benefits offering on our website) What you will be doing The successful FM Technician - Building Fabric will be responsible for providing planned and reactive maintenance service across a portfolio of sites. To be well organised and ensure compliance with Company and Client Health and safety policies and procedures. Complete and provide reports in relation to work and equipment as required, including reporting your arrival and departure from each call and obtaining customer signature where required. Respond promptly and in a positive manner to service call requests from the Helpdesk and undertake reactive repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible. Prioritise maintenance and repair work to achieve agreed response times and if there are delays, liaise with your manager for direction. Order and maintain materials, tools and equipment, in accordance with company procedures. Advise the Helpdesk where 3rd party contractor attendance is needed, either for quotation or to effect specialist repairs, and to provide job specification. Assist with surveys and reports. Maintain asset registers ensuring all equipment is tagged if applicable. Always represent the Company in a professional manner, developing a good working relationship with MCLH Helpdesk and Client site teams. Ensure all paperwork is completed accurately, on time and in line with Company procedures Ensure the execution of Planned and Reactive Maintenance Tasks in line with the Contract Scope and Specification. Core Building Fabric Maintenance Services include but not limited to; General Building Roof leaks repairs including gutter and gully repairs and replacement Flooring repair and replacement of vinyl and ceramic tiles (training can be provided) Install and repair internal cladding, wall tiling & edge protection Reactive maintenance works and first line response in relation to all general building tasks including minor painting works Plumbing & Drainage First line response for all plumbing & drainage works Joinery Wall, floor, and associated fitting repairs. Ironmongery and hardware repairs and replacement. Internal & external doors repairs, replacement and inspections Planned maintenance inspections of fire doors What We re Looking For NVQ Level 2 Carpentry or similar Full Driving Licence Ability to use the Microsoft Office/ IT products A multiskilled Tradeperson with good hands-on experience of building fabric maintenance tasks Desirable City & Guilds Carpentry & Joinery (6706) IPAF Trained Previous experience of Computer Aided Facilities Management Systems. CSCS Card Previous experience in working on a multi-site contract How to Apply: If you re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your expertise and innovation, we d love to hear from you by clicking Apply below! Join us on our journey to McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work. We take responsibility for always striving to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements.
Position: Design Manager (project based) Office location: Brighton, Sussex Salary/Package: £ competitive + car allowance and comprehensive package Target start date: September 2026 The company: A multi-disciplinary Tier 1 main contractor delivering new build and refurbishment schemes across a wide range of sectors of the construction industry (building, civil engineering and facilities management). The Design Manager role: You will be required to manage the design process to deliver technically compliant, cost-efficient and coordinated design packages, during both the pre-construction and project delivery stages. Engage and manage the digital and sustainability requirements of the project. Liaise with subcontractors, design team members and external consultants, creating a collaborative environment to deliver design information that meets all the relevant requirements and conforms to Building Regulations. You will manage the design information release, production and approval of technical drawings, chair Client Engagement Meetings (CEM s) and design workshops, coordinate complex design packages, and validate design details, adding value to the construction process. Providing expert guidance and technical support, you will work closely with the client, Technical Advisors (TA s) and project teams to identify and mitigate risks, as well as ensure compliance with all statutory, legal, and planning requirements. Demonstrate level of technical competence across Arch, Structures and MEPH Assisting with the selection and scope of suitable subcontractors for Contractor Design Portions and working drawings. Ensure the design programme is developed and managed with all parties to inform the TIDP and MIDP. Regular reporting both internally and externally. About you and the skills you possess: Design Manager experience specifically the education sector and working knowledge of frameworks. A collaborative approach that can gel with site operations teams as you will be an intrinsic part of the project team. Able to engage and motivate and with confidence to make decisions when required. An understanding of both the design and construction processes within the education sector, and the interface between their representatives them with an understanding of Revit and AutoCAD and BIM Level 2 requirements. Driver of improvements and benefits through digital construction. Excellent communication skills. Confident in reviewing designs for technical completeness and buildability Develop Consultant scopes of service and the Design Responsibility Matrix, Develop VE proposals with wider team, Lead design programme. An understanding of EDMS. Why apply for this role: This is a rare opportunity to join a great business that delivers major projects in the Sussex region. For undertaking this role you will receive: A very competitive salary and comprehensive package (car or allowance, 8% matched pension, medical cover, life assurance and 26 days holiday amongst a host of other benefits). Work on one of Sussex's largest schemes for a number of years. Ongoing professional development The chance to work within a business where you can make an impact and your talents can be demonstrated.
09/10/2026
Full time
Position: Design Manager (project based) Office location: Brighton, Sussex Salary/Package: £ competitive + car allowance and comprehensive package Target start date: September 2026 The company: A multi-disciplinary Tier 1 main contractor delivering new build and refurbishment schemes across a wide range of sectors of the construction industry (building, civil engineering and facilities management). The Design Manager role: You will be required to manage the design process to deliver technically compliant, cost-efficient and coordinated design packages, during both the pre-construction and project delivery stages. Engage and manage the digital and sustainability requirements of the project. Liaise with subcontractors, design team members and external consultants, creating a collaborative environment to deliver design information that meets all the relevant requirements and conforms to Building Regulations. You will manage the design information release, production and approval of technical drawings, chair Client Engagement Meetings (CEM s) and design workshops, coordinate complex design packages, and validate design details, adding value to the construction process. Providing expert guidance and technical support, you will work closely with the client, Technical Advisors (TA s) and project teams to identify and mitigate risks, as well as ensure compliance with all statutory, legal, and planning requirements. Demonstrate level of technical competence across Arch, Structures and MEPH Assisting with the selection and scope of suitable subcontractors for Contractor Design Portions and working drawings. Ensure the design programme is developed and managed with all parties to inform the TIDP and MIDP. Regular reporting both internally and externally. About you and the skills you possess: Design Manager experience specifically the education sector and working knowledge of frameworks. A collaborative approach that can gel with site operations teams as you will be an intrinsic part of the project team. Able to engage and motivate and with confidence to make decisions when required. An understanding of both the design and construction processes within the education sector, and the interface between their representatives them with an understanding of Revit and AutoCAD and BIM Level 2 requirements. Driver of improvements and benefits through digital construction. Excellent communication skills. Confident in reviewing designs for technical completeness and buildability Develop Consultant scopes of service and the Design Responsibility Matrix, Develop VE proposals with wider team, Lead design programme. An understanding of EDMS. Why apply for this role: This is a rare opportunity to join a great business that delivers major projects in the Sussex region. For undertaking this role you will receive: A very competitive salary and comprehensive package (car or allowance, 8% matched pension, medical cover, life assurance and 26 days holiday amongst a host of other benefits). Work on one of Sussex's largest schemes for a number of years. Ongoing professional development The chance to work within a business where you can make an impact and your talents can be demonstrated.
Assistant Site Manager Location: West Midlands, Worcestershire, Malvern Job Type: Contract Full-Time hours Start date: October 2026 Duration: 45 weeks Salary: £260 - £280 per day About the Project We are seeking an Assistant Site Manager to contribute to a new build preparatory school project located on a greenfield site within a conservation area. The development includes construction of the school building, multi-use games area (MUGA), tennis court, swale, and extensive landscaping works. You will work alongside an experienced Senior Site Manager who will provide support throughout the 45 week contract. Job Duties Assist in the day-to-day management of the construction site to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget. Support the Senior Site Manager in coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and site operatives. Monitor site progress and quality, reporting any issues or delays promptly. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, site rules, and environmental policies. Maintain clear and accurate records of site activities, including daily reports, site diaries, and material deliveries. Assist in risk assessments and method statements preparation and implementation. Facilitate communication between the design team, client representatives, and site personnel. Support the management of site logistics including plant, materials, and equipment. Ensure effective site housekeeping and waste management throughout the project duration. Required Qualifications Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certificate. Valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card. First Aid qualification. Full, valid driving licence. Experience Proven experience working on new build education projects, preferably schools or similar facilities. Experience in managing new build construction on greenfield sites, especially within conservation areas, is advantageous. Familiarity with coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors on site. Knowledge and Skills Strong understanding of construction methods and health and safety legislation. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications. Competent in site administration and record keeping. Good communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders. Organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time efficiently. Working Conditions The role is site-based within Worcestershire and requires working full-time hours throughout the contract duration. The position involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions and may require occasional early starts or extended hours to meet project deadlines. Personal protective equipment will be provided and must be worn at all times on site. If you are interested in hearing more, please call Chloe on (phone number removed)
09/10/2026
Contract
Assistant Site Manager Location: West Midlands, Worcestershire, Malvern Job Type: Contract Full-Time hours Start date: October 2026 Duration: 45 weeks Salary: £260 - £280 per day About the Project We are seeking an Assistant Site Manager to contribute to a new build preparatory school project located on a greenfield site within a conservation area. The development includes construction of the school building, multi-use games area (MUGA), tennis court, swale, and extensive landscaping works. You will work alongside an experienced Senior Site Manager who will provide support throughout the 45 week contract. Job Duties Assist in the day-to-day management of the construction site to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget. Support the Senior Site Manager in coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and site operatives. Monitor site progress and quality, reporting any issues or delays promptly. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, site rules, and environmental policies. Maintain clear and accurate records of site activities, including daily reports, site diaries, and material deliveries. Assist in risk assessments and method statements preparation and implementation. Facilitate communication between the design team, client representatives, and site personnel. Support the management of site logistics including plant, materials, and equipment. Ensure effective site housekeeping and waste management throughout the project duration. Required Qualifications Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certificate. Valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card. First Aid qualification. Full, valid driving licence. Experience Proven experience working on new build education projects, preferably schools or similar facilities. Experience in managing new build construction on greenfield sites, especially within conservation areas, is advantageous. Familiarity with coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors on site. Knowledge and Skills Strong understanding of construction methods and health and safety legislation. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications. Competent in site administration and record keeping. Good communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders. Organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time efficiently. Working Conditions The role is site-based within Worcestershire and requires working full-time hours throughout the contract duration. The position involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions and may require occasional early starts or extended hours to meet project deadlines. Personal protective equipment will be provided and must be worn at all times on site. If you are interested in hearing more, please call Chloe on (phone number removed)
Position: Design Manager Office location: Maidstone, Kent Salary/Package: £ competitive + package Target start date: October/November 2026 The company: A multi-disciplinary Tier 2 regional main contractor delivering new build and refurbishment schemes across a wide range of sectors of the construction industry (building, civil engineering and facilities management). The Design Manager role: You will be required to manage the design process to deliver technically compliant, cost-efficient and coordinated design packages, during both the pre-construction and project delivery stages. Engage and manage the digital and sustainability requirements of the project. Liaise with subcontractors, design team members and external consultants, creating a collaborative environment to deliver design information that meets all the relevant requirements and conforms to Building Regulations. You will manage the design information release, production and approval of technical drawings, chair Client Engagement Meetings (CEM s) and design workshops, coordinate complex design packages, and validate design details, adding value to the construction process. Providing expert guidance and technical support, you will work closely with the client, Technical Advisors (TA s) and project teams to identify and mitigate risks, as well as ensure compliance with all statutory, legal, and planning requirements. Demonstrate level of technical competence across Arch, Structures and MEPH Assisting with the selection and scope of suitable subcontractors for Contractor Design Portions and working drawings. Ensure the design programme is developed and managed with all parties to inform the TIDP and MIDP. Regular reporting both internally and externally. About you and the skills you possess: Design Manager experience and working knowledge of frameworks. A collaborative approach that can gel with site operations teams as you will be an intrinsic part of the project teams. Able to engage and motivate and with confidence to make decisions when required. An understanding of both the design and construction processes within the education and healthcare sectors, and the interface between their representatives them with an understanding of Revit and AutoCAD and BIM Level 2 requirements. Driver of improvements and benefits through digital construction. Excellent communication skills. Confident in reviewing designs for technical completeness and buildability Develop Consultant scopes of service and the Design Responsibility Matrix, Develop VE proposals with wider team, Lead design programme. An understanding of EDMS. Why apply for this role: This is a rare opportunity to join a great business that delivers projects across the Southern Home Counties. For undertaking this role you will receive: A competitive salary and package Working for one of Kent's high performing construction companies that has a great culture. Ongoing professional development The chance to work within a business where you can make an impact and your talents can be demonstrated.
09/10/2026
Full time
Position: Design Manager Office location: Maidstone, Kent Salary/Package: £ competitive + package Target start date: October/November 2026 The company: A multi-disciplinary Tier 2 regional main contractor delivering new build and refurbishment schemes across a wide range of sectors of the construction industry (building, civil engineering and facilities management). The Design Manager role: You will be required to manage the design process to deliver technically compliant, cost-efficient and coordinated design packages, during both the pre-construction and project delivery stages. Engage and manage the digital and sustainability requirements of the project. Liaise with subcontractors, design team members and external consultants, creating a collaborative environment to deliver design information that meets all the relevant requirements and conforms to Building Regulations. You will manage the design information release, production and approval of technical drawings, chair Client Engagement Meetings (CEM s) and design workshops, coordinate complex design packages, and validate design details, adding value to the construction process. Providing expert guidance and technical support, you will work closely with the client, Technical Advisors (TA s) and project teams to identify and mitigate risks, as well as ensure compliance with all statutory, legal, and planning requirements. Demonstrate level of technical competence across Arch, Structures and MEPH Assisting with the selection and scope of suitable subcontractors for Contractor Design Portions and working drawings. Ensure the design programme is developed and managed with all parties to inform the TIDP and MIDP. Regular reporting both internally and externally. About you and the skills you possess: Design Manager experience and working knowledge of frameworks. A collaborative approach that can gel with site operations teams as you will be an intrinsic part of the project teams. Able to engage and motivate and with confidence to make decisions when required. An understanding of both the design and construction processes within the education and healthcare sectors, and the interface between their representatives them with an understanding of Revit and AutoCAD and BIM Level 2 requirements. Driver of improvements and benefits through digital construction. Excellent communication skills. Confident in reviewing designs for technical completeness and buildability Develop Consultant scopes of service and the Design Responsibility Matrix, Develop VE proposals with wider team, Lead design programme. An understanding of EDMS. Why apply for this role: This is a rare opportunity to join a great business that delivers projects across the Southern Home Counties. For undertaking this role you will receive: A competitive salary and package Working for one of Kent's high performing construction companies that has a great culture. Ongoing professional development The chance to work within a business where you can make an impact and your talents can be demonstrated.
Bid Writer - Construction & Refurbishment - Public Sector 45,000 - 55,000 + Bonus + Benefits Office Based We are working with an established and successful construction contractor to recruit an experienced Bid Writer to join their team in Romford. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, close-knit business with an excellent reputation for delivering construction, refurbishment and maintenance services across the social housing and public buildings sectors. The business works with a strong mix of public and private sector organisations, including Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Property Managers and Education Trusts, delivering projects across Social Housing, Public Buildings, Schools, Universities and Care Homes . With a turnover of approximately 14m and a team of circa 30 employees, this is an established, family-owned contractor where you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact. You'll be joining an experienced and supportive team, taking ownership of tender submissions and playing an important part in securing new contracts and framework opportunities. Bid Writer Role: As Bid Writer, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality, compelling and compliant tender submissions across a varied portfolio of construction, maintenance and refurbishment contracts. Typical workstreams will include: Repairs & Maintenance, Planned & Cyclical Works, Void Refurbishments, Compliance Works, Damp & Mould programmes, Fire Safety Works and Refurbishment Projects. Working closely with the Directors and wider operational and commercial teams, you'll take ownership of submissions from initial tender review through to completion. Bid Writer Experience: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Tender Writer. Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. The ability to write persuasive, customer-focused tender responses. Experience managing multiple bids simultaneously. Strong project management and organisational skills. Experience using electronic tender portals. Excellent Microsoft Office skills. Adobe Creative Suite experience would be advantageous. Experience within construction, energy, property services, maintenance, facilities management or related sectors is highly desirable. Apply online or contact Dave on (phone number removed) for more information.
09/10/2026
Full time
Bid Writer - Construction & Refurbishment - Public Sector 45,000 - 55,000 + Bonus + Benefits Office Based We are working with an established and successful construction contractor to recruit an experienced Bid Writer to join their team in Romford. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, close-knit business with an excellent reputation for delivering construction, refurbishment and maintenance services across the social housing and public buildings sectors. The business works with a strong mix of public and private sector organisations, including Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Property Managers and Education Trusts, delivering projects across Social Housing, Public Buildings, Schools, Universities and Care Homes . With a turnover of approximately 14m and a team of circa 30 employees, this is an established, family-owned contractor where you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact. You'll be joining an experienced and supportive team, taking ownership of tender submissions and playing an important part in securing new contracts and framework opportunities. Bid Writer Role: As Bid Writer, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality, compelling and compliant tender submissions across a varied portfolio of construction, maintenance and refurbishment contracts. Typical workstreams will include: Repairs & Maintenance, Planned & Cyclical Works, Void Refurbishments, Compliance Works, Damp & Mould programmes, Fire Safety Works and Refurbishment Projects. Working closely with the Directors and wider operational and commercial teams, you'll take ownership of submissions from initial tender review through to completion. Bid Writer Experience: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Tender Writer. Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. The ability to write persuasive, customer-focused tender responses. Experience managing multiple bids simultaneously. Strong project management and organisational skills. Experience using electronic tender portals. Excellent Microsoft Office skills. Adobe Creative Suite experience would be advantageous. Experience within construction, energy, property services, maintenance, facilities management or related sectors is highly desirable. Apply online or contact Dave on (phone number removed) for more information.
Assistant Estates Manager (Shifts) Location: Birmingham Sector: Healthcare Facilities Management Shift Pattern: 4 On / 4 Off (Days & Nights) Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm / 7:00pm - 7:00am The Opportunity An established facilities management provider is seeking an experienced Assistant Estates Manager to support the delivery of engineering maintenance services across a large and complex healthcare estate in Birmingham. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing engineering teams, ensuring statutory compliance, coordinating planned and reactive maintenance activities, and maintaining critical building services within a live healthcare environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the estate remains safe, compliant, and fully operational while delivering a high-quality service across a 24/7 operation. Key Responsibilities Lead and support a team of engineering professionals across a busy healthcare estate. Manage the delivery of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities. Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, HTM guidance, health & safety legislation, and contractual requirements. Monitor maintenance performance through CAFM systems and digital management tools. Manage team rotas, annual leave requests, timesheets, and day-to-day personnel matters. Respond to engineering incidents and service disruptions, acting as a first-line management escalation point. Carry out audits, inspections, and quality checks on maintenance activities and subcontractor performance. Ensure SLA and KPI targets are achieved across all engineering services. Support budget management, stock control, and asset management activities. Promote a strong safety culture and oversee compliance across all engineering operations. About You We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience in environments where operational continuity and compliance are critical. Suitable backgrounds may include: Assistant Estates Manager Estates Manager Engineering Manager Maintenance Manager Technical Services Manager Facilities Engineering Manager Engineering Supervisor Estates Supervisor Lead Engineer Experience within healthcare, facilities management, NHS estates, PFI contracts, data centres, defence, utilities, pharmaceuticals, or other critical infrastructure environments would be highly advantageous. Essential Requirements Strong electrical or mechanical engineering background. Previous supervisory or management experience within a maintenance environment. Recognised engineering qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ, Apprenticeship or equivalent). Experience managing maintenance teams, compliance, and contractor performance. Strong understanding of planned and reactive maintenance delivery. Knowledge of health & safety legislation and engineering compliance requirements. Ability to lead teams within a demanding and fast-paced operational environment. Desirable Healthcare or NHS Estates experience. Healthcare PFI experience. Authorised Person (AP) qualifications. IOSH or NEBOSH certification. HNC/HND or higher engineering qualification. Experience working within highly regulated or mission-critical facilities. What's on Offer Opportunity to work within a major healthcare estate. Long-term, stable role within a critical environment. Temp-Perm opportunity Leadership position with responsibility for engineering operations and team management. Competitive salary and benefits package. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Vertage Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
09/10/2026
Contract
Assistant Estates Manager (Shifts) Location: Birmingham Sector: Healthcare Facilities Management Shift Pattern: 4 On / 4 Off (Days & Nights) Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm / 7:00pm - 7:00am The Opportunity An established facilities management provider is seeking an experienced Assistant Estates Manager to support the delivery of engineering maintenance services across a large and complex healthcare estate in Birmingham. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing engineering teams, ensuring statutory compliance, coordinating planned and reactive maintenance activities, and maintaining critical building services within a live healthcare environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the estate remains safe, compliant, and fully operational while delivering a high-quality service across a 24/7 operation. Key Responsibilities Lead and support a team of engineering professionals across a busy healthcare estate. Manage the delivery of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities. Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, HTM guidance, health & safety legislation, and contractual requirements. Monitor maintenance performance through CAFM systems and digital management tools. Manage team rotas, annual leave requests, timesheets, and day-to-day personnel matters. Respond to engineering incidents and service disruptions, acting as a first-line management escalation point. Carry out audits, inspections, and quality checks on maintenance activities and subcontractor performance. Ensure SLA and KPI targets are achieved across all engineering services. Support budget management, stock control, and asset management activities. Promote a strong safety culture and oversee compliance across all engineering operations. About You We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience in environments where operational continuity and compliance are critical. Suitable backgrounds may include: Assistant Estates Manager Estates Manager Engineering Manager Maintenance Manager Technical Services Manager Facilities Engineering Manager Engineering Supervisor Estates Supervisor Lead Engineer Experience within healthcare, facilities management, NHS estates, PFI contracts, data centres, defence, utilities, pharmaceuticals, or other critical infrastructure environments would be highly advantageous. Essential Requirements Strong electrical or mechanical engineering background. Previous supervisory or management experience within a maintenance environment. Recognised engineering qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ, Apprenticeship or equivalent). Experience managing maintenance teams, compliance, and contractor performance. Strong understanding of planned and reactive maintenance delivery. Knowledge of health & safety legislation and engineering compliance requirements. Ability to lead teams within a demanding and fast-paced operational environment. Desirable Healthcare or NHS Estates experience. Healthcare PFI experience. Authorised Person (AP) qualifications. IOSH or NEBOSH certification. HNC/HND or higher engineering qualification. Experience working within highly regulated or mission-critical facilities. What's on Offer Opportunity to work within a major healthcare estate. Long-term, stable role within a critical environment. Temp-Perm opportunity Leadership position with responsibility for engineering operations and team management. Competitive salary and benefits package. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Vertage Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Head of Property & Facilities 80,000 + 7,000 car allowance + 15-20% bonus National UK remit Hybrid / Multi-site This is a senior property leadership opportunity for an experienced commercial building professional looking to take ownership of a substantial UK-wide property and facilities portfolio. You'll be joining a large, established international business with a significant operational estate, leading the property and facilities function across 43 UK sites and playing a key role in keeping the estate safe, compliant, efficient and fit for purpose. This is not a role for someone who simply wants to manage the day-to-day. You'll have the opportunity to shape property strategy, lead a strong professional team, influence senior stakeholders and drive improvements across a complex national estate. Location: UK-wide remit. You must be based within approximately 2 hours of Heathrow and comfortable with travel across the UK as required. What you'll be responsible for You'll lead a team of 4 Regional Property Managers, a Facilities Manager, CAFM Supervisor and Property Support Administrator, providing strategic direction while remaining the senior property subject matter expert across the wider business. Your remit will include: Leading the UK property and facilities strategy across 43 operational sites Managing an annual property budget of approximately 8m Overseeing planned, preventative and reactive maintenance programmes Managing a network of 100+ specialist contractors and suppliers Ensuring the successful delivery of thousands of planned and reactive service visits each year Taking ownership of property compliance, statutory requirements, risk and audit Managing supplier performance, contracts and cost efficiencies Leading utilities and sustainability initiatives, including carbon reporting Supporting acquisitions, relocations, expansions and site exits Overseeing dilapidations and leasehold improvement programmes Driving the development and optimisation of the CAFM system Acting as the senior escalation point for property-related issues Providing expert advice and support to senior stakeholders across the business About you We're looking for an experienced senior property professional with a strong commercial building background. You'll ideally have experience of leading a sizeable multi-site UK property or facilities portfolio, managing professional teams and significant budgets. You'll need to be: Professionally qualified - MRICS, MCIOB, Building Surveying, Construction or equivalent Experienced in a commercial building / property environment Comfortable managing substantial operational budgets, ideally 5m+ Experienced in national contractor and supplier management Strong on property compliance, statutory maintenance and risk Confident managing and developing professional teams Comfortable operating at senior stakeholder level Commercially minded and able to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost reduction A strong communicator who can build relationships with people at all levels Most importantly, you'll be a team player and a genuinely people-focused leader. This is a role where your ability to build trust, influence others and work collaboratively will be just as important as your technical property expertise. You'll need to be professional, approachable and comfortable working with everyone from operational teams through to senior leadership. Experience within logistics, industrial, distribution or corporate real estate would be advantageous, as would exposure to CAFM, sustainability and carbon reporting. The opportunity This is a chance to take genuine ownership of a high-profile national property portfolio, working within a business where property is critical to keeping a large operational network running effectively. You'll have the autonomy to influence strategy, develop your team, improve processes and make a tangible commercial impact. Location: UK-wide remit. You must be based within approximately 2 hours of Heathrow and comfortable with travel across the UK as required. If you're a commercially focused, professionally qualified property leader who enjoys people, problem-solving and making things work better, this could be a very good next move. Looking for the next step in your career? Think Specialist Recruitment is an independent support staff recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead, working across Herts, Beds and Bucks. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment across administration, customer service, HR, finance, sales support, marketing and IT support.
09/10/2026
Full time
Head of Property & Facilities 80,000 + 7,000 car allowance + 15-20% bonus National UK remit Hybrid / Multi-site This is a senior property leadership opportunity for an experienced commercial building professional looking to take ownership of a substantial UK-wide property and facilities portfolio. You'll be joining a large, established international business with a significant operational estate, leading the property and facilities function across 43 UK sites and playing a key role in keeping the estate safe, compliant, efficient and fit for purpose. This is not a role for someone who simply wants to manage the day-to-day. You'll have the opportunity to shape property strategy, lead a strong professional team, influence senior stakeholders and drive improvements across a complex national estate. Location: UK-wide remit. You must be based within approximately 2 hours of Heathrow and comfortable with travel across the UK as required. What you'll be responsible for You'll lead a team of 4 Regional Property Managers, a Facilities Manager, CAFM Supervisor and Property Support Administrator, providing strategic direction while remaining the senior property subject matter expert across the wider business. Your remit will include: Leading the UK property and facilities strategy across 43 operational sites Managing an annual property budget of approximately 8m Overseeing planned, preventative and reactive maintenance programmes Managing a network of 100+ specialist contractors and suppliers Ensuring the successful delivery of thousands of planned and reactive service visits each year Taking ownership of property compliance, statutory requirements, risk and audit Managing supplier performance, contracts and cost efficiencies Leading utilities and sustainability initiatives, including carbon reporting Supporting acquisitions, relocations, expansions and site exits Overseeing dilapidations and leasehold improvement programmes Driving the development and optimisation of the CAFM system Acting as the senior escalation point for property-related issues Providing expert advice and support to senior stakeholders across the business About you We're looking for an experienced senior property professional with a strong commercial building background. You'll ideally have experience of leading a sizeable multi-site UK property or facilities portfolio, managing professional teams and significant budgets. You'll need to be: Professionally qualified - MRICS, MCIOB, Building Surveying, Construction or equivalent Experienced in a commercial building / property environment Comfortable managing substantial operational budgets, ideally 5m+ Experienced in national contractor and supplier management Strong on property compliance, statutory maintenance and risk Confident managing and developing professional teams Comfortable operating at senior stakeholder level Commercially minded and able to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost reduction A strong communicator who can build relationships with people at all levels Most importantly, you'll be a team player and a genuinely people-focused leader. This is a role where your ability to build trust, influence others and work collaboratively will be just as important as your technical property expertise. You'll need to be professional, approachable and comfortable working with everyone from operational teams through to senior leadership. Experience within logistics, industrial, distribution or corporate real estate would be advantageous, as would exposure to CAFM, sustainability and carbon reporting. The opportunity This is a chance to take genuine ownership of a high-profile national property portfolio, working within a business where property is critical to keeping a large operational network running effectively. You'll have the autonomy to influence strategy, develop your team, improve processes and make a tangible commercial impact. Location: UK-wide remit. You must be based within approximately 2 hours of Heathrow and comfortable with travel across the UK as required. If you're a commercially focused, professionally qualified property leader who enjoys people, problem-solving and making things work better, this could be a very good next move. Looking for the next step in your career? Think Specialist Recruitment is an independent support staff recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead, working across Herts, Beds and Bucks. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment across administration, customer service, HR, finance, sales support, marketing and IT support.
School Site Manager - Dartford Hours: Monday to Friday Pay: 16+ per hour Employer: Academics, supporting a local school Academics are currently seeking a full-time School Site Manager to join a welcoming school in Dartford . This is a hands-on, practical role with leadership responsibilities, ideal for someone with experience in caretaking, facilities, or site management within a school or similar environment. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the daily opening, closing, and security of the school site Manage general maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of buildings and grounds Carry out routine health and safety checks to ensure full compliance Supervise site staff, cleaning teams, and external contractors Prepare rooms and facilities for lessons, events, and school activities Maintain a clean, safe, and well-presented environment across the site Provide ad-hoc support to staff with site-related requirements Implement and uphold site procedures and operational standards The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous experience in a caretaker, site manager, or facilities role (desirable) Strong leadership skills, including supervising staff or contractors A proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving ability Good knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures Ability to work independently and use initiative An enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) This is an excellent opportunity to secure a full-time, school-based role with supportive working hours in a positive and community-focused environment in Dartford . Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
08/10/2026
Full time
School Site Manager - Dartford Hours: Monday to Friday Pay: 16+ per hour Employer: Academics, supporting a local school Academics are currently seeking a full-time School Site Manager to join a welcoming school in Dartford . This is a hands-on, practical role with leadership responsibilities, ideal for someone with experience in caretaking, facilities, or site management within a school or similar environment. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the daily opening, closing, and security of the school site Manage general maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of buildings and grounds Carry out routine health and safety checks to ensure full compliance Supervise site staff, cleaning teams, and external contractors Prepare rooms and facilities for lessons, events, and school activities Maintain a clean, safe, and well-presented environment across the site Provide ad-hoc support to staff with site-related requirements Implement and uphold site procedures and operational standards The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous experience in a caretaker, site manager, or facilities role (desirable) Strong leadership skills, including supervising staff or contractors A proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving ability Good knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures Ability to work independently and use initiative An enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) This is an excellent opportunity to secure a full-time, school-based role with supportive working hours in a positive and community-focused environment in Dartford . Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
Job Title: Bid Writer - Public Sector & Social Housing Location: Peterborough Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: Westone Housing Ltd is a leading property refurbishment, maintenance and adaptation contractor based in Peterborough. Working across the Insurance, Commercial and Public Sector markets, we deliver high-quality repair, refurbishment and maintenance services through our directly employed workforce and approved contractor network. Our Public Sector Department partners with Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Registered Providers to improve homes and communities through the delivery of property adaptations, planned maintenance, repairs, refurbishment and compliance programmes. Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of tender opportunities, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Bid Writer to join our expanding team. About the Role: As a Bid Writer, you will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of Westone Housing Ltd by producing high-quality, compelling and compliant tender submissions across our Public Sector, Housing, Commercial and Insurance sectors. Working closely with operational managers, commercial teams, HR, finance and senior leadership, you will coordinate, write and manage bid submissions that demonstrate our technical expertise, social value commitments, customer-focused approach and proven delivery capability. Typical opportunities include: Responsive repairs and maintenance contracts Property adaptation programmes Planned maintenance frameworks Void property refurbishment contracts Damp, mould and disrepair programmes Decarbonisation and retrofit projects Compliance and building safety contracts Housing Association and Local Authority frameworks Commercial refurbishment and maintenance contracts Key Responsibilities and Duties: Lead the preparation and submission of SQs, PQQs, ITTs and framework applications. Write high-quality, persuasive and tailored tender responses. Manage multiple bid opportunities and submission deadlines simultaneously. Coordinate contributions from operational, commercial and support teams. Maintain and improve the company bid library and case studies. Support framework registrations and procurement portal management. Research clients, competitors and market opportunities. About you: Qualifications and Experience: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Bid Coordinator. Experience producing successful tenders within construction, property services, social housing, facilities management or a related sector. Strong understanding of public sector procurement processes. Excellent written communication and proofreading skills. Benefits: Competitive salary. Performance-related bonus scheme. Hybrid working opportunities following probation. Pension scheme. 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays. Career progression opportunities within a growing business. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Bid Writer; Proposal Writer; Tender Specialist; Construction Bid Manager; Grants Writer; Business Development Writer; Contract Specialist; Bidding Coordinator; Construction Proposal Coordinator; Social Housing Bid Writer may all be considered.
08/10/2026
Full time
Job Title: Bid Writer - Public Sector & Social Housing Location: Peterborough Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: Westone Housing Ltd is a leading property refurbishment, maintenance and adaptation contractor based in Peterborough. Working across the Insurance, Commercial and Public Sector markets, we deliver high-quality repair, refurbishment and maintenance services through our directly employed workforce and approved contractor network. Our Public Sector Department partners with Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Registered Providers to improve homes and communities through the delivery of property adaptations, planned maintenance, repairs, refurbishment and compliance programmes. Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of tender opportunities, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Bid Writer to join our expanding team. About the Role: As a Bid Writer, you will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of Westone Housing Ltd by producing high-quality, compelling and compliant tender submissions across our Public Sector, Housing, Commercial and Insurance sectors. Working closely with operational managers, commercial teams, HR, finance and senior leadership, you will coordinate, write and manage bid submissions that demonstrate our technical expertise, social value commitments, customer-focused approach and proven delivery capability. Typical opportunities include: Responsive repairs and maintenance contracts Property adaptation programmes Planned maintenance frameworks Void property refurbishment contracts Damp, mould and disrepair programmes Decarbonisation and retrofit projects Compliance and building safety contracts Housing Association and Local Authority frameworks Commercial refurbishment and maintenance contracts Key Responsibilities and Duties: Lead the preparation and submission of SQs, PQQs, ITTs and framework applications. Write high-quality, persuasive and tailored tender responses. Manage multiple bid opportunities and submission deadlines simultaneously. Coordinate contributions from operational, commercial and support teams. Maintain and improve the company bid library and case studies. Support framework registrations and procurement portal management. Research clients, competitors and market opportunities. About you: Qualifications and Experience: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Bid Coordinator. Experience producing successful tenders within construction, property services, social housing, facilities management or a related sector. Strong understanding of public sector procurement processes. Excellent written communication and proofreading skills. Benefits: Competitive salary. Performance-related bonus scheme. Hybrid working opportunities following probation. Pension scheme. 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays. Career progression opportunities within a growing business. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Bid Writer; Proposal Writer; Tender Specialist; Construction Bid Manager; Grants Writer; Business Development Writer; Contract Specialist; Bidding Coordinator; Construction Proposal Coordinator; Social Housing Bid Writer may all be considered.
MERITUS are recruiting for a Building & Construction Project Manager to join our client within the defence sector on a 12-month contract from their site in Stevenage. This role requires candidates to be eligible for BPSS clearance, with current SC clearance being highly advantageous. UK Nationals only. BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - 40 PER HOUR - STEVENAGE - 12 MONTHS - BPSS/SC CLEARANCE - CAPEX PROJECTS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: DEFENCE This position operates on a standard 37-hour week across 4.5 days, working between 07:00 and 19:00 subject to business requirements. Occasional travel may be required, along with site attendance when project demands dictate. As a Building & Construction Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading CAPEX and infrastructure projects from initial feasibility through to final handover. Working across multidisciplinary teams, you will manage the delivery of refurbishment, building services and plant replacement projects, ensuring successful outcomes against cost, quality and schedule objectives. You will lead project teams through design, specification, procurement and construction phases whilst managing stakeholders, external contractors and professional service providers. The role requires a strong understanding of construction project delivery, health and safety compliance and stakeholder engagement within complex operational environments. Skillset/experience required: What can you bring to the role? Proven experience delivering construction, infrastructure or building services projects from inception through to handover Strong project management background within construction, facilities management or engineering environments Experience managing CAPEX projects and controlling project budgets Ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and external contractors Experience developing scopes of work, specifications and project delivery plans Strong stakeholder management and client-facing experience Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services Experience managing risks, opportunities and project governance activities Understanding of construction health and safety legislation and compliance requirements Experience monitoring site works and contractor performance Strong reporting, presentation and project documentation skills Experience using MS Project, SharePoint or similar project management tools SMSTS, CCNSG or NEBOSH qualifications would be advantageous Defence sector experience would be highly beneficial Previous experience working on large operational or manufacturing sites would be advantageous
08/10/2026
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MERITUS are recruiting for a Building & Construction Project Manager to join our client within the defence sector on a 12-month contract from their site in Stevenage. This role requires candidates to be eligible for BPSS clearance, with current SC clearance being highly advantageous. UK Nationals only. BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - 40 PER HOUR - STEVENAGE - 12 MONTHS - BPSS/SC CLEARANCE - CAPEX PROJECTS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: DEFENCE This position operates on a standard 37-hour week across 4.5 days, working between 07:00 and 19:00 subject to business requirements. Occasional travel may be required, along with site attendance when project demands dictate. As a Building & Construction Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading CAPEX and infrastructure projects from initial feasibility through to final handover. Working across multidisciplinary teams, you will manage the delivery of refurbishment, building services and plant replacement projects, ensuring successful outcomes against cost, quality and schedule objectives. You will lead project teams through design, specification, procurement and construction phases whilst managing stakeholders, external contractors and professional service providers. The role requires a strong understanding of construction project delivery, health and safety compliance and stakeholder engagement within complex operational environments. Skillset/experience required: What can you bring to the role? Proven experience delivering construction, infrastructure or building services projects from inception through to handover Strong project management background within construction, facilities management or engineering environments Experience managing CAPEX projects and controlling project budgets Ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and external contractors Experience developing scopes of work, specifications and project delivery plans Strong stakeholder management and client-facing experience Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services Experience managing risks, opportunities and project governance activities Understanding of construction health and safety legislation and compliance requirements Experience monitoring site works and contractor performance Strong reporting, presentation and project documentation skills Experience using MS Project, SharePoint or similar project management tools SMSTS, CCNSG or NEBOSH qualifications would be advantageous Defence sector experience would be highly beneficial Previous experience working on large operational or manufacturing sites would be advantageous
The Opportunity Our client is a well-established organisation delivering a broad range of commercial and public-sector services across Oxfordshire. Their operations cover property construction, maintenance and repairs, highways, landscaping, fleet and wider facilities management services. They are looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to join their Complex Works team. The Role You will be responsible for leading the operational delivery of a busy team, ensuring work is coordinated effectively, delivered safely and completed to the required standards. Key responsibilities will include: Managing the day-to-day operational delivery of the team. Overseeing complex property and building works. Coordinating workloads, resources and programmes. Managing subcontractors and supply chain partners. Ensuring works are delivered within agreed budgets. Monitoring productivity and operational performance. Managing client and stakeholder relationships. Ensuring compliance with health & safety and regulatory requirements. Monitoring KPIs and service performance. Supporting continuous improvement across the operation. Managing and developing members of the team. Ensuring excellent customer service throughout the delivery process. About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience in a Contracts Management or senior operational management position. Strong experience within construction, building maintenance or property services. Experience managing teams and subcontractors. Strong commercial and financial awareness. Excellent client and stakeholder management skills. Good knowledge of health & safety and regulatory requirements. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. The ability to manage competing priorities within a busy environment. A professional and proactive approach. Experience within complex works, building maintenance, repairs, social housing or public-sector environments would be highly advantageous. Rewards & Benefits £58,000 £63,500 salary. 29 days' holiday, increasing to 33 days, plus Bank Holidays. Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave. Family-friendly benefits and childcare assistance. Flexible pension scheme. 24/7 personal and professional counselling. Retail discounts. Discounted gym membership. Travel loans and travel discount schemes. Cycle to work scheme. Personal accident insurance. Training and professional development opportunities.
08/10/2026
Full time
The Opportunity Our client is a well-established organisation delivering a broad range of commercial and public-sector services across Oxfordshire. Their operations cover property construction, maintenance and repairs, highways, landscaping, fleet and wider facilities management services. They are looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to join their Complex Works team. The Role You will be responsible for leading the operational delivery of a busy team, ensuring work is coordinated effectively, delivered safely and completed to the required standards. Key responsibilities will include: Managing the day-to-day operational delivery of the team. Overseeing complex property and building works. Coordinating workloads, resources and programmes. Managing subcontractors and supply chain partners. Ensuring works are delivered within agreed budgets. Monitoring productivity and operational performance. Managing client and stakeholder relationships. Ensuring compliance with health & safety and regulatory requirements. Monitoring KPIs and service performance. Supporting continuous improvement across the operation. Managing and developing members of the team. Ensuring excellent customer service throughout the delivery process. About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience in a Contracts Management or senior operational management position. Strong experience within construction, building maintenance or property services. Experience managing teams and subcontractors. Strong commercial and financial awareness. Excellent client and stakeholder management skills. Good knowledge of health & safety and regulatory requirements. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. The ability to manage competing priorities within a busy environment. A professional and proactive approach. Experience within complex works, building maintenance, repairs, social housing or public-sector environments would be highly advantageous. Rewards & Benefits £58,000 £63,500 salary. 29 days' holiday, increasing to 33 days, plus Bank Holidays. Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave. Family-friendly benefits and childcare assistance. Flexible pension scheme. 24/7 personal and professional counselling. Retail discounts. Discounted gym membership. Travel loans and travel discount schemes. Cycle to work scheme. Personal accident insurance. Training and professional development opportunities.
Hays Construction and Property
Salford, Manchester
Head of FM & Property Services Our client is a large and complex organisation responsible for managing a significant property portfolio and delivering facilities management services across a diverse estate. Due to continued investment and a focus on operational excellence, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of FM & Property Services to lead the delivery of Hard and Soft FM services, property management activities and customer-focused operational support functions.This is a high-profile leadership role, responsible for ensuring that buildings, infrastructure and support services remain safe, compliant, sustainable and fit for purpose whilst supporting wider organisational objectives. Your new role As Head of FM & Property Services, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across Facilities Management, Property Services and Customer Support functions. Reporting into the senior Estates leadership team, you will lead multidisciplinary teams responsible for FM operations, helpdesk services, contractor management and property management activities across a large and varied estate. You will play a key role in driving service improvement, ensuring compliance, developing stakeholder relationships and enhancing the overall customer experience, whilst managing budgets, contracts and operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Head of Facilities, Head of Estates, FM Operations Manager or Senior Facilities Leader seeking a client-side leadership position within a complex estate environment. Key responsibilities: Lead and develop Hard and Soft FM services across the estate. Provide leadership and direction to Facilities Managers and customer support teams. Ensure buildings remain safe, compliant, secure and well maintained. Oversee contractor performance, permits to work, RAMS and service delivery standards. Support statutory and non-statutory compliance requirements across FM operations. Act as a key interface between Facilities, Compliance, Health & Safety and Technical Services teams. Develop strong relationships with senior stakeholders and service users. Manage property portfolio matters including leases, licences and landlord/tenant obligations. Ensure compliance with Land Registry requirements and property documentation. Lead contract management, procurement activities and supplier mobilisation projects. Manage operational budgets and identify opportunities for efficiency savings. Drive service improvements through data analysis, CMMS reporting and performance management. Ensure robust business continuity and emergency response arrangements are in place. Support sustainability initiatives and organisational carbon reduction targets. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and customer excellence. What you'll need to succeed Significant experience leading Facilities Management operations across a large and complex estate. Strong background managing both Hard and Soft FM services. Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and external contractors. Strong understanding of statutory compliance, health & safety and facilities legislation. Experience managing contracts, procurement processes and supplier relationships. Track record of delivering service improvements and operational change programmes. Knowledge of CAFM / CMMS systems and performance reporting. Strong financial management and budget responsibility experience. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. What you'll get in return Strategic senior leadership opportunity. Client-side role within a large and complex estate. Competitive salary and benefits package. Enhanced holiday allocation. Excellent pension scheme. Flexible working arrangements. Opportunity to influence estate strategy and operational performance. Collaborative and supportive leadership environment. Long-term career development opportunities. Salary: 61,166 - 68,818 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Mark Richey for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
08/10/2026
Full time
Head of FM & Property Services Our client is a large and complex organisation responsible for managing a significant property portfolio and delivering facilities management services across a diverse estate. Due to continued investment and a focus on operational excellence, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of FM & Property Services to lead the delivery of Hard and Soft FM services, property management activities and customer-focused operational support functions.This is a high-profile leadership role, responsible for ensuring that buildings, infrastructure and support services remain safe, compliant, sustainable and fit for purpose whilst supporting wider organisational objectives. Your new role As Head of FM & Property Services, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across Facilities Management, Property Services and Customer Support functions. Reporting into the senior Estates leadership team, you will lead multidisciplinary teams responsible for FM operations, helpdesk services, contractor management and property management activities across a large and varied estate. You will play a key role in driving service improvement, ensuring compliance, developing stakeholder relationships and enhancing the overall customer experience, whilst managing budgets, contracts and operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Head of Facilities, Head of Estates, FM Operations Manager or Senior Facilities Leader seeking a client-side leadership position within a complex estate environment. Key responsibilities: Lead and develop Hard and Soft FM services across the estate. Provide leadership and direction to Facilities Managers and customer support teams. Ensure buildings remain safe, compliant, secure and well maintained. Oversee contractor performance, permits to work, RAMS and service delivery standards. Support statutory and non-statutory compliance requirements across FM operations. Act as a key interface between Facilities, Compliance, Health & Safety and Technical Services teams. Develop strong relationships with senior stakeholders and service users. Manage property portfolio matters including leases, licences and landlord/tenant obligations. Ensure compliance with Land Registry requirements and property documentation. Lead contract management, procurement activities and supplier mobilisation projects. Manage operational budgets and identify opportunities for efficiency savings. Drive service improvements through data analysis, CMMS reporting and performance management. Ensure robust business continuity and emergency response arrangements are in place. Support sustainability initiatives and organisational carbon reduction targets. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and customer excellence. What you'll need to succeed Significant experience leading Facilities Management operations across a large and complex estate. Strong background managing both Hard and Soft FM services. Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and external contractors. Strong understanding of statutory compliance, health & safety and facilities legislation. Experience managing contracts, procurement processes and supplier relationships. Track record of delivering service improvements and operational change programmes. Knowledge of CAFM / CMMS systems and performance reporting. Strong financial management and budget responsibility experience. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. What you'll get in return Strategic senior leadership opportunity. Client-side role within a large and complex estate. Competitive salary and benefits package. Enhanced holiday allocation. Excellent pension scheme. Flexible working arrangements. Opportunity to influence estate strategy and operational performance. Collaborative and supportive leadership environment. Long-term career development opportunities. Salary: 61,166 - 68,818 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Mark Richey for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Assistant Facilities Manager / Building Manager Greenwich SE10, London Permanent Full-Time On-Site Join us and help create an exceptional residential experience We're looking for a proactive and customer-focused Assistant Facilities Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the prestigious Greenwich Estate . This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in residential property, Build to Rent (BTR), Private Rented Sector (PRS), or facilities management who enjoys working in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment. You'll play a vital role in ensuring residents receive outstanding service while helping to maintain a safe, compliant, and well-managed estate. Working closely with the Facilities Manager, you'll be at the heart of estate operations, coordinating contractors, managing resident communications, supporting compliance activities, and helping deliver a first-class living environment. What you'll be doing Resident & Customer Experience Act as the first point of contact for residents, leaseholders, visitors, and stakeholders. Manage enquiries received via email, telephone, and the on-site office. Resolve routine issues and escalate complex matters where appropriate. Coordinate and issue resident communications relating to planned works and service updates. Deliver exceptional customer service and build positive resident relationships. Contractor & Supplier Management Coordinate approved contractors and suppliers working across the estate. Ensure contractors comply with health and safety requirements, permits to work, and safe systems of work. Manage access arrangements, keys, RAMS, and attendance schedules. Monitor performance and ensure works are completed safely, on time, and to the required standard. Support supplier reviews, KPI monitoring, and performance meetings. Estate Operations & Compliance Assist with the management of reactive and planned maintenance activities. Conduct regular estate inspections, identifying and resolving health and safety concerns. Support incident reporting, audits, and compliance activities. Help maintain safe, accessible, and welcoming communal areas. Manage estate key systems, parking arrangements, and operational administration. Financial & Administrative Support Raise and manage purchase orders and support invoice processing. Obtain quotations and ensure value for money from suppliers. Maintain accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation. Support service delivery reporting, KPIs, and internal audits. What we're looking for Essential Experience within residential property, PRS, BTR, estate management, or facilities management. Knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022. Excellent customer service and stakeholder management skills. Experience working with contractors and suppliers. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Desirable Property or Facilities Management qualifications or experience. Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and best practice. IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. Experience using CAFM, helpdesk, or incident reporting systems. Understanding of KPIs, SLAs, and service charge environments. Personal qualities We're looking for someone who is professional, approachable, and customer-focused. Organised and highly detail-oriented. Proactive and solution-focused. Calm under pressure and capable of making sound decisions. A strong team player who can also work independently. Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
08/10/2026
Seasonal
Assistant Facilities Manager / Building Manager Greenwich SE10, London Permanent Full-Time On-Site Join us and help create an exceptional residential experience We're looking for a proactive and customer-focused Assistant Facilities Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the prestigious Greenwich Estate . This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in residential property, Build to Rent (BTR), Private Rented Sector (PRS), or facilities management who enjoys working in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment. You'll play a vital role in ensuring residents receive outstanding service while helping to maintain a safe, compliant, and well-managed estate. Working closely with the Facilities Manager, you'll be at the heart of estate operations, coordinating contractors, managing resident communications, supporting compliance activities, and helping deliver a first-class living environment. What you'll be doing Resident & Customer Experience Act as the first point of contact for residents, leaseholders, visitors, and stakeholders. Manage enquiries received via email, telephone, and the on-site office. Resolve routine issues and escalate complex matters where appropriate. Coordinate and issue resident communications relating to planned works and service updates. Deliver exceptional customer service and build positive resident relationships. Contractor & Supplier Management Coordinate approved contractors and suppliers working across the estate. Ensure contractors comply with health and safety requirements, permits to work, and safe systems of work. Manage access arrangements, keys, RAMS, and attendance schedules. Monitor performance and ensure works are completed safely, on time, and to the required standard. Support supplier reviews, KPI monitoring, and performance meetings. Estate Operations & Compliance Assist with the management of reactive and planned maintenance activities. Conduct regular estate inspections, identifying and resolving health and safety concerns. Support incident reporting, audits, and compliance activities. Help maintain safe, accessible, and welcoming communal areas. Manage estate key systems, parking arrangements, and operational administration. Financial & Administrative Support Raise and manage purchase orders and support invoice processing. Obtain quotations and ensure value for money from suppliers. Maintain accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation. Support service delivery reporting, KPIs, and internal audits. What we're looking for Essential Experience within residential property, PRS, BTR, estate management, or facilities management. Knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022. Excellent customer service and stakeholder management skills. Experience working with contractors and suppliers. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Desirable Property or Facilities Management qualifications or experience. Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and best practice. IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. Experience using CAFM, helpdesk, or incident reporting systems. Understanding of KPIs, SLAs, and service charge environments. Personal qualities We're looking for someone who is professional, approachable, and customer-focused. Organised and highly detail-oriented. Proactive and solution-focused. Calm under pressure and capable of making sound decisions. A strong team player who can also work independently. Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
We're looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to join the team at a Build-to-Rent scheme in South East London. Key Responsibilities 1. Technical & Hard Services Operations Manage and oversee all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules, reactive repairs, and plant room operations across the development. Supervise on-site engineers and external specialist contractors covering M&E, HVAC, Lifts, Fire Alarm Systems, BMS, and Access Control. Conduct regular technical audits and quality checks on completed engineering and maintenance works. Manage minor works projects, lifecycle maintenance, and asset replacements from specification through to sign-off. 2. Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure 100% statutory compliance across all building systems, including Fire Safety (BS 9991/9999), Water Hygiene (L8), Electrical (BS 7671), Gas Safety, and Pressure Systems. Lead on site-wide risk assessments, RAMS reviews, Permits to Work (PTW), and Access to Work (ATW) authorizations. Coordinate building safety files, statutory testing logs, and maintain up-to-date compliance records via the CAFM system. Act as the key contact for external safety consultants, local authorities, and statutory inspectors. 3. Financial & Commercial Management Manage the site FM operational budget and contribute to annual service charge budget formulation. Oversee financial administrative processes, including raising Purchase Orders (POs), approving supplier invoices, and tracking expenditure against monthly/annual forecasts. Tender, negotiate, and manage soft and hard service contractor SLAs and KPIs to ensure commercial value and service quality. 4. Contractor & Soft Services Oversight Direct and monitor soft service contractors, including cleaning, concierge/security, pest control, and waste management teams. Team of 40. Lead regular performance review meetings with key supply chain partners to drive operational standards. Address and resolve complex operational bottlenecks or contractor escalations promptly. 5. Resident & Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with the Community Manager and on-site leasing/operations team to ensure resident queries regarding maintenance are resolved within strict SLA timeframes. Oversee Priority 1 (P1) emergency incidents, serving as the senior operational contact during major call-outs or power/water disruptions. Present structured technical and compliance updates to senior leadership and asset management stakeholders. Candidate Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Minimum 4-6+ years of Facilities Management experience within high-density residential (BTR/PBSA), mixed-use, or commercial property environments. Qualifications: IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate (Essential). Technical engineering background/qualifications (e.g., Level 3 Electrical, C&G M&E, or HVAC) strongly preferred. Member of IWFM (Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management) or RICS (Desirable) Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
08/10/2026
Full time
We're looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to join the team at a Build-to-Rent scheme in South East London. Key Responsibilities 1. Technical & Hard Services Operations Manage and oversee all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules, reactive repairs, and plant room operations across the development. Supervise on-site engineers and external specialist contractors covering M&E, HVAC, Lifts, Fire Alarm Systems, BMS, and Access Control. Conduct regular technical audits and quality checks on completed engineering and maintenance works. Manage minor works projects, lifecycle maintenance, and asset replacements from specification through to sign-off. 2. Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure 100% statutory compliance across all building systems, including Fire Safety (BS 9991/9999), Water Hygiene (L8), Electrical (BS 7671), Gas Safety, and Pressure Systems. Lead on site-wide risk assessments, RAMS reviews, Permits to Work (PTW), and Access to Work (ATW) authorizations. Coordinate building safety files, statutory testing logs, and maintain up-to-date compliance records via the CAFM system. Act as the key contact for external safety consultants, local authorities, and statutory inspectors. 3. Financial & Commercial Management Manage the site FM operational budget and contribute to annual service charge budget formulation. Oversee financial administrative processes, including raising Purchase Orders (POs), approving supplier invoices, and tracking expenditure against monthly/annual forecasts. Tender, negotiate, and manage soft and hard service contractor SLAs and KPIs to ensure commercial value and service quality. 4. Contractor & Soft Services Oversight Direct and monitor soft service contractors, including cleaning, concierge/security, pest control, and waste management teams. Team of 40. Lead regular performance review meetings with key supply chain partners to drive operational standards. Address and resolve complex operational bottlenecks or contractor escalations promptly. 5. Resident & Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with the Community Manager and on-site leasing/operations team to ensure resident queries regarding maintenance are resolved within strict SLA timeframes. Oversee Priority 1 (P1) emergency incidents, serving as the senior operational contact during major call-outs or power/water disruptions. Present structured technical and compliance updates to senior leadership and asset management stakeholders. Candidate Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Minimum 4-6+ years of Facilities Management experience within high-density residential (BTR/PBSA), mixed-use, or commercial property environments. Qualifications: IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate (Essential). Technical engineering background/qualifications (e.g., Level 3 Electrical, C&G M&E, or HVAC) strongly preferred. Member of IWFM (Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management) or RICS (Desirable) Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Facilities Coordinator Location: Maidenhead Salary: 14.00 Contract: Temporary 3 weeks with a possibility to be extended Hours: 10am- 6pm We are recruiting on behalf of an established Facilities Management company for a Facilities Coordinator This is a hands on, customer focused position responsible for supporting the smooth day to day delivery of facilities services. You will work closely with the client, contractors, service providers and internal teams to ensure the site is maintained to a high standard and all facilities requirements are dealt with efficiently. Key Responsibilities Coordinate on-site contractors, suppliers and facilities services. Carry out weekly building, furniture and plant audits. Provide professional, face to face customer service and on-site facilities support. Ensure consistently high standards of cleaning, building maintenance and general site presentation, both internally and externally. Identify, report, monitor and ensure the timely resolution of faults, issues and concerns. Act as the first point of contact for all on-site facilities requirements. Assist with client ad hoc requests and facilities-related duties as required. Coordinate event set-ups and ensure all facilities requirements are delivered effectively. Use CAFM systems to log, track and manage maintenance requests, jobs and other facilities activities. Liaise with contractors and service providers to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard. Carry out basic handyperson duties where required. Complete any other reasonable duties as assigned by the line manager. Take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others, ensuring compliance with all relevant Health & Safety procedures. Skills & Experience To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: Demonstrable experience working within a similar facilities, property, building services or site-based role. A good understanding of Health & Safety practices and procedures. A strong customer-service focus and professional approach. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Experience using CAFM systems. Basic practical/handyman skills. The ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to issues in a busy working environment. Experience working with contractors and external service providers. Desirable Qualifications & Experience IOSH or an equivalent Health & Safety qualification. A relevant trade qualification, such as Electrical, Plumbing, Engineering or similar. Previous experience working as a Facilities Assistant, Facilities Coordinator, Handyperson, Caretaker, Groundskeeper or in a similar position. If this sound like a role that you are well suited for them please apply now or call us on (phone number removed).
08/10/2026
Seasonal
Facilities Coordinator Location: Maidenhead Salary: 14.00 Contract: Temporary 3 weeks with a possibility to be extended Hours: 10am- 6pm We are recruiting on behalf of an established Facilities Management company for a Facilities Coordinator This is a hands on, customer focused position responsible for supporting the smooth day to day delivery of facilities services. You will work closely with the client, contractors, service providers and internal teams to ensure the site is maintained to a high standard and all facilities requirements are dealt with efficiently. Key Responsibilities Coordinate on-site contractors, suppliers and facilities services. Carry out weekly building, furniture and plant audits. Provide professional, face to face customer service and on-site facilities support. Ensure consistently high standards of cleaning, building maintenance and general site presentation, both internally and externally. Identify, report, monitor and ensure the timely resolution of faults, issues and concerns. Act as the first point of contact for all on-site facilities requirements. Assist with client ad hoc requests and facilities-related duties as required. Coordinate event set-ups and ensure all facilities requirements are delivered effectively. Use CAFM systems to log, track and manage maintenance requests, jobs and other facilities activities. Liaise with contractors and service providers to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard. Carry out basic handyperson duties where required. Complete any other reasonable duties as assigned by the line manager. Take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others, ensuring compliance with all relevant Health & Safety procedures. Skills & Experience To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: Demonstrable experience working within a similar facilities, property, building services or site-based role. A good understanding of Health & Safety practices and procedures. A strong customer-service focus and professional approach. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Experience using CAFM systems. Basic practical/handyman skills. The ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to issues in a busy working environment. Experience working with contractors and external service providers. Desirable Qualifications & Experience IOSH or an equivalent Health & Safety qualification. A relevant trade qualification, such as Electrical, Plumbing, Engineering or similar. Previous experience working as a Facilities Assistant, Facilities Coordinator, Handyperson, Caretaker, Groundskeeper or in a similar position. If this sound like a role that you are well suited for them please apply now or call us on (phone number removed).
Goddard Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to provide long-term cover within a specialist school in Leeds , working 37 hours per week, all year round . This is a varied, hands-on role with responsibility for premises, facilities and Health & Safety across the school sites. Key Responsibilities Overseeing the day-to-day management of school premises and facilities Managing statutory Health & Safety compliance, inspections and records Coordinating planned preventative maintenance, repairs and general building works Managing fire safety, security, cleaning and grounds maintenance Managing and monitoring external contractors and maintenance works Overseeing premises budgets and school vehicles Managing and supporting caretaking staff Responding to urgent site and maintenance issues Ensuring school sites remain safe, secure and well maintained Candidate Requirements Strong facilities, premises or site management experience Good practical maintenance and building knowledge Sound understanding of Health & Safety and statutory compliance Experience managing contractors and maintenance works Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload Confident working independently and taking responsibility for urgent site issues Previous experience within a school or education setting would be advantageous Safeguarding and DBS Requirements All applicants must hold a current Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service This role involves working within a school environment and contact with children Goddard Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to professional reference checks and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. Apply today via Goddard Recruitment. This is an excellent long-term opportunity for an experienced Facilities Manager looking to support a specialist education setting.
08/10/2026
Seasonal
Goddard Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to provide long-term cover within a specialist school in Leeds , working 37 hours per week, all year round . This is a varied, hands-on role with responsibility for premises, facilities and Health & Safety across the school sites. Key Responsibilities Overseeing the day-to-day management of school premises and facilities Managing statutory Health & Safety compliance, inspections and records Coordinating planned preventative maintenance, repairs and general building works Managing fire safety, security, cleaning and grounds maintenance Managing and monitoring external contractors and maintenance works Overseeing premises budgets and school vehicles Managing and supporting caretaking staff Responding to urgent site and maintenance issues Ensuring school sites remain safe, secure and well maintained Candidate Requirements Strong facilities, premises or site management experience Good practical maintenance and building knowledge Sound understanding of Health & Safety and statutory compliance Experience managing contractors and maintenance works Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload Confident working independently and taking responsibility for urgent site issues Previous experience within a school or education setting would be advantageous Safeguarding and DBS Requirements All applicants must hold a current Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service This role involves working within a school environment and contact with children Goddard Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to professional reference checks and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. Apply today via Goddard Recruitment. This is an excellent long-term opportunity for an experienced Facilities Manager looking to support a specialist education setting.
Our client, a high-performance engineering company, is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to take ownership of its buildings and day-to-day site operations. You will ensure the facilities provide a safe, efficient and pleasant environment for employees and visitors, combining hands-on involvement with responsibility for maintenance planning, contractors and compliance. The Facilities Manager will be responsible for: Managing the maintenance and upkeep of all building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical and structural components. Planning and overseeing routine inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs across all sites. Managing contractors and service providers for specialist maintenance and renovation projects. Leading the response to maintenance requests and emergencies to minimise disruption. Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and maintaining accurate records and reports. Overseeing facilities supplies, budgets and the setup of events and company spaces. Supervising facilities staff and supporting the movement of equipment between sites, including driving company vehicles when required. The Facilities Manager will have: Proven experience in a facilities management or senior facilities role. Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical and plumbing. Experience managing contractors, maintenance schedules and health and safety compliance. Excellent problem-solving, organisational and time management skills. Strong communication skills and the ability to lead and support a team. A clean driving licence, with a Class 1 licence and a facilities management qualification (such as IWFM) being advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced facilities professional to shape how a growing engineering business runs its sites day to day. Submit your CV to apply and we'll be in touch to discuss the next steps.
08/10/2026
Full time
Our client, a high-performance engineering company, is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to take ownership of its buildings and day-to-day site operations. You will ensure the facilities provide a safe, efficient and pleasant environment for employees and visitors, combining hands-on involvement with responsibility for maintenance planning, contractors and compliance. The Facilities Manager will be responsible for: Managing the maintenance and upkeep of all building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical and structural components. Planning and overseeing routine inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs across all sites. Managing contractors and service providers for specialist maintenance and renovation projects. Leading the response to maintenance requests and emergencies to minimise disruption. Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and maintaining accurate records and reports. Overseeing facilities supplies, budgets and the setup of events and company spaces. Supervising facilities staff and supporting the movement of equipment between sites, including driving company vehicles when required. The Facilities Manager will have: Proven experience in a facilities management or senior facilities role. Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical and plumbing. Experience managing contractors, maintenance schedules and health and safety compliance. Excellent problem-solving, organisational and time management skills. Strong communication skills and the ability to lead and support a team. A clean driving licence, with a Class 1 licence and a facilities management qualification (such as IWFM) being advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced facilities professional to shape how a growing engineering business runs its sites day to day. Submit your CV to apply and we'll be in touch to discuss the next steps.
Facilities Management Coordinator Location: London Salary: 35,000- 40,000 per annum (depending on experience) About the Role We are seeking a proactive and organised Facilities Management Coordinator to support the day-to-day delivery of facilities management services across a diverse property portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong coordination skills and a passion for delivering high standards of building operations and customer service. Working closely with the Facilities Managers, contractors and clients, you will ensure planned and reactive maintenance activities are completed efficiently while maintaining compliance with health and safety legislation. Key Responsibilities Coordinate planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and reactive maintenance works. Raise, allocate and monitor work orders through CAFM systems. Liaise with contractors to arrange attendance, monitor performance and ensure service level agreements are achieved. Track maintenance requests from receipt through to completion, providing regular updates to clients and stakeholders. Support the mobilisation of new contracts and properties where required. Maintain accurate records of statutory compliance, certification and maintenance documentation. Assist with contractor onboarding, ensuring all relevant documentation and insurances are up to date. Monitor health and safety compliance, including contractor RAMS and statutory inspections. Produce reports on maintenance performance, contractor KPIs and outstanding actions. Raise purchase orders, process invoices and assist with budget tracking. Build strong working relationships with clients, occupiers and contractors, delivering a high level of customer service. Provide administrative and operational support to the wider Facilities Management team. About You Previous experience in a Facilities Coordinator, Facilities Administrator, Property Coordinator or similar facilities management role. Experience within commercial property, residential, mixed-use developments, Build to Rent (BTR), PBSA, managing agents or facilities management. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience using CAFM or property management systems. Good understanding of planned and reactive maintenance processes. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word. Knowledge of health and safety and statutory compliance is desirable. A proactive, detail-oriented approach with excellent problem-solving skills. Benefits Salary of 35,000- 40,000 per annum. Company pension. Ongoing training and professional development. Opportunities for career progression. Collaborative and supportive team environment. Exposure to a diverse property portfolio.
08/10/2026
Full time
Facilities Management Coordinator Location: London Salary: 35,000- 40,000 per annum (depending on experience) About the Role We are seeking a proactive and organised Facilities Management Coordinator to support the day-to-day delivery of facilities management services across a diverse property portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong coordination skills and a passion for delivering high standards of building operations and customer service. Working closely with the Facilities Managers, contractors and clients, you will ensure planned and reactive maintenance activities are completed efficiently while maintaining compliance with health and safety legislation. Key Responsibilities Coordinate planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and reactive maintenance works. Raise, allocate and monitor work orders through CAFM systems. Liaise with contractors to arrange attendance, monitor performance and ensure service level agreements are achieved. Track maintenance requests from receipt through to completion, providing regular updates to clients and stakeholders. Support the mobilisation of new contracts and properties where required. Maintain accurate records of statutory compliance, certification and maintenance documentation. Assist with contractor onboarding, ensuring all relevant documentation and insurances are up to date. Monitor health and safety compliance, including contractor RAMS and statutory inspections. Produce reports on maintenance performance, contractor KPIs and outstanding actions. Raise purchase orders, process invoices and assist with budget tracking. Build strong working relationships with clients, occupiers and contractors, delivering a high level of customer service. Provide administrative and operational support to the wider Facilities Management team. About You Previous experience in a Facilities Coordinator, Facilities Administrator, Property Coordinator or similar facilities management role. Experience within commercial property, residential, mixed-use developments, Build to Rent (BTR), PBSA, managing agents or facilities management. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience using CAFM or property management systems. Good understanding of planned and reactive maintenance processes. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word. Knowledge of health and safety and statutory compliance is desirable. A proactive, detail-oriented approach with excellent problem-solving skills. Benefits Salary of 35,000- 40,000 per annum. Company pension. Ongoing training and professional development. Opportunities for career progression. Collaborative and supportive team environment. Exposure to a diverse property portfolio.
Description The AWS Data Centre Facilities Manager leads critical infrastructure operations at strategic AWS facilities that power cloud computing services worldwide. This role combines operational excellence, technical expertise, and team leadership to ensure continuous facility availability while driving innovation and cost efficiency. This position requires hands-on oversight of mission-critical infrastructure and leadership of integrated Data Centre Systems and Mechanical & Electrical teams. The Facilities Manager maintains operational standards, security protocols, facility certifications, and manages third-party vendor relationships while implementing processes that enhance infrastructure reliability and reduce operational costs. Key job responsibilities Operations & Infrastructure Management • Manage 24/7 site engineering operations, including shift planning, maintenance schedules, and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) • Oversee critical infrastructure systems including electrical components (feeders, transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, ATS units, PDU units) and mechanical systems (chillers, pumps, air handling units) • Drive Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) improvements, optimising cooling, power, and infrastructure for maximum efficiency • Manage and optimise space and power to maximise opportunities for growth and operational efficiency • Plan and deliver site infrastructure projects on time, within scope, and on budget • Budget & cost management - develop, manage and control operational budgets • Vendor & stakeholder management - maintain productive relationships with third-party service providers and internal stakeholders Leadership & Team Development • Lead, inspire, and develop teams of experienced technical professionals • Act as a role model, driving service excellence, training, and development for all team members • Foster an inclusive environment that encourages innovation and empowers team members to solve complex operational challenges • Implement rigorous training programs that prepare staff for various operational scenarios through systematic skill development Compliance & Safety • Ensure adherence to and exceed Health & Safety standards in all operations • Maintain compliance with health & safety, security procedures, and compliance accreditations • Ensure understanding of UK regulatory requirements, particularly health and safety legislation • Maintain a safe working environment and drive continuous safety improvements • Risk management & incident response - lead emergency procedures and root cause analysis Basic Qualifications - Experience in people management and team development - Experience in engineering work, managing large-scale services - Experience maintaining SLAs through the implementation of proactive issue detection and reporting - Experience operating a mission-critical team or product Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field - Knowledge of the electrical and mechanical systems involved in critical data center operations including systems such as feeders, transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, ATS units, PDU units, chillers, pumps, air handling units, and CRAC units - Experience in a management position with 5 or more direct reports - Experience working in data centers with an emphasis on building and equipment operation Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
08/10/2026
Full time
Description The AWS Data Centre Facilities Manager leads critical infrastructure operations at strategic AWS facilities that power cloud computing services worldwide. This role combines operational excellence, technical expertise, and team leadership to ensure continuous facility availability while driving innovation and cost efficiency. This position requires hands-on oversight of mission-critical infrastructure and leadership of integrated Data Centre Systems and Mechanical & Electrical teams. The Facilities Manager maintains operational standards, security protocols, facility certifications, and manages third-party vendor relationships while implementing processes that enhance infrastructure reliability and reduce operational costs. Key job responsibilities Operations & Infrastructure Management • Manage 24/7 site engineering operations, including shift planning, maintenance schedules, and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) • Oversee critical infrastructure systems including electrical components (feeders, transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, ATS units, PDU units) and mechanical systems (chillers, pumps, air handling units) • Drive Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) improvements, optimising cooling, power, and infrastructure for maximum efficiency • Manage and optimise space and power to maximise opportunities for growth and operational efficiency • Plan and deliver site infrastructure projects on time, within scope, and on budget • Budget & cost management - develop, manage and control operational budgets • Vendor & stakeholder management - maintain productive relationships with third-party service providers and internal stakeholders Leadership & Team Development • Lead, inspire, and develop teams of experienced technical professionals • Act as a role model, driving service excellence, training, and development for all team members • Foster an inclusive environment that encourages innovation and empowers team members to solve complex operational challenges • Implement rigorous training programs that prepare staff for various operational scenarios through systematic skill development Compliance & Safety • Ensure adherence to and exceed Health & Safety standards in all operations • Maintain compliance with health & safety, security procedures, and compliance accreditations • Ensure understanding of UK regulatory requirements, particularly health and safety legislation • Maintain a safe working environment and drive continuous safety improvements • Risk management & incident response - lead emergency procedures and root cause analysis Basic Qualifications - Experience in people management and team development - Experience in engineering work, managing large-scale services - Experience maintaining SLAs through the implementation of proactive issue detection and reporting - Experience operating a mission-critical team or product Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field - Knowledge of the electrical and mechanical systems involved in critical data center operations including systems such as feeders, transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, ATS units, PDU units, chillers, pumps, air handling units, and CRAC units - Experience in a management position with 5 or more direct reports - Experience working in data centers with an emphasis on building and equipment operation Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
