The Role
We are looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to lead the delivery of facilities services across the Constabulary's estate.
You will ensure our buildings are safe, compliant and well maintained, while supporting facilities management across the organisation. Working with colleagues and stakeholders, you will maintain high standards and help deliver an effective service for officers and staff.
The successful candidate will lead facilities teams across a number of stations and must be willing to work from different locations as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead delivery to facilities management systems, processes and services in support of frontline policing.
- Drive delivery of service objectives and business priorities.
- Manage facilities projects, ensuring delivery to time, budget and quality standards.
- Develop and oversee estate investment plans using asset and condition data.
- Use performance data to improve efficiency, sustainability and value for money.
- Prioritise facilities requests and manage service demand.
- Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Develop training plans to support team capability and service delivery.
- Manage contracts and supplier performance to maximise value for money.
- Oversee budgets and ensure compliance with financial procedures.
- Lead on site health and safety matters and provide expert advice.
- Develop policies and procedures to ensure effective and compliant site management.
- Support senior leadership and deputise for the Delivery Manager when required.
- Lead, develop and support a team of Facilities Officers.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone with:
- A relevant facilities management qualification, or a willingness to work towards one
- Experience in facilities management
- Experience leading across multiple sites
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work deadlines
- A full driving licence, or the ability to travel throughout the force area
For full details of the role requirements and responsibilities, please refer to the attached role profile.
What we can offer you:
A package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits to support whatever stage of life you're in, including:
- Flexible working
- Continuous professional development
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance scheme offering help through counselling services, legal advice, fitness advice, personal coaching and health assessment
Additional Information
This role covers all police stations within the Bristol and North East area, so regular travel between sites will be required.
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Recruitment Timeline:
- Shortlisting: week commencing 26th October 2026
- Interviews: week commencing 9th November, in person
For an informal discussion or further information, please contact TalentPoliceStaff@avonandsomerset.police.uk.
To be eligible for this position, you must be able to provide a three-year checkable UK history. In most cases, this means you will have resided continuously in the UK for the last three years.
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