Head of Facilities in Plymouth

A senior leadership opportunity for an experienced facilities management professional to oversee estates, maintenance operations, compliance and capital projects within a complex operational environment.

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Head of Facilities to lead a facilities management function across a large and complex estate. As a Head of Facilities you will be responsible for estates management, maintenance operations, contractor management and ensuring compliance with health and safety and environmental regulations. The Head of Facilities will play a key role in strategic planning, capital development programmes and budget management, while working closely with senior stakeholders to support business objectives.

DUTIES

• Lead Facilities Strategy: Develop and implement a facilities management strategy aligned with business goals
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations and ISO standards
• Oversee Maintenance Operations: Manage the upkeep of buildings, infrastructure and site facilities
• Manage Contractors: Coordinate and control approved contractors and service providers
• Deliver Capital Projects: Lead major projects and capital development programmes
• Budget Management: Prepare and manage operating budgets and CAPEX plans
• Emergency Response Leadership: Manage and coordinate emergency facilities responses
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with senior management and key departments
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs, contractor SLAs and statutory maintenance compliance
• Reporting and Documentation: Produce reports and maintain accurate compliance records

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in facilities management, estates management or property maintenance
• Strong knowledge of health and safety, environmental and building regulations
• Experience managing large, complex estates and maintenance operations
• Leadership and team management experience within a facilities or operations environment
• Experience managing budgets, resources and contractor performance
• Strong communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead under pressure and manage emergency situations effectively
• Experience with risk assessments, method statements and compliance documentation

DESIRABLE

• Facilities Management qualification or technical qualification, such as HNC or above
• Membership of a recognised professional body such as IOSH or IWFM
• Project or programme management qualification, such as PRINCE2 or APM
• Experience working within CDM regulations
• Evidence of continued professional development

BENEFITS

• 4.5 day working week
• Employee discount at local businesses
• Perks through local sports club partners
• On-site parking

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration.