Are you passionate about facilities management? Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to join their dynamic team in Manchester!

Facilities Manager
Manchester, M22 5LH

Full time, permanent
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Excellent benefit package

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Our client is a leading technical production partner and supplier for live events. From intimate gatherings to large-scale productions, they bring visions to life with creativity, precision, and technical expertise.

As part of their ongoing expansion, they’re excited to welcome a Facilities Manager to join the team!

The Role

You’ll manage maintenance, health and safety compliance, energy efficiency, and contractor coordination to ensure the spaces are in top shape.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with the design and implementation of their new warehouse facility (100,000 sq ft)
Support strategic plans to optimise facility operations, services, and cost-efficiency
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and environmental standards
Implement energy efficiency initiatives and sustainable practices
Oversee maintenance activities, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and security systems
Manage external contractors to ensure work quality and safety
Maintain company vehicles
Collaborate with the Operations Team on daily operations and forward planning
Handle ad-hoc tasks as needed to support business needs

Benefits:

Comprehensive healthcare package, including:

Access to private medical treatment
Mental health support
Out-patient surgical procedures
Optical, dental, and audiological cover
Employee assistance program

As well as:

Sick pay scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Electric vehicle scheme

These will be available after successful completion of probation period.

About you:

Proven experience in facilities management
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving abilities and decision-making under pressure
Highly organised, able to prioritise tasks and manage multiple projects
Strategic thinker, able to foresee potential issues and provide solutions
Strong IT skills, including proficiency with MS Office
Adaptable and flexible, able to thrive in a dynamic environment

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. All aspects of employment will be based on qualifications, merit, competence, performance and business needs.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

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Other suitable skills and experience include Facilities Coordinator, Maintenance Manager, Operations Manager, Building Services Manager, Warehouse Manager, Property Manager, Asset Manager, Estate Manager, Logistics Manager.