At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and motivate teams to deliver top-notch cleaning services in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join Compass Group, a leader in facilities management with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy ongoing training, career development, and a competitive salary of £30,000.
- Other info: Great opportunity for growth in a collaborative and engaging workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the Defence sector while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in facilities management and strong team leadership skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 40000 £ per year.
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Soft Facilities Manager - Mildenhall
Location: Mildenhall
Contract Type: Full Time
Salary: £30,000
About the Role
We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Facilities Manager to lead multi-skilled teams across Cleaning Services. Working within the Defence environment, you'll ensure outstanding service delivery, compliance with legislative and contractual requirements, and an excellent customer experience in line with Compass Group standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations ensuring safety, service excellence, and compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
- Lead, train, and motivate multi-service teams to deliver high standards and strong customer service.
- Maintain effective labour, stock, and cost control within budget.
- Build trusted relationships with clients, attend regular reviews, and contribute to monthly reporting.
- Conduct audits, manage performance, and drive continuous improvement.
- Support cross-functional operations and provide cover for Catering and FM Supervisors as required.
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Proven operational management experience in cleaning/facilities services.
- Strong team leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and resources.
- IT literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office and digital systems.
Desirable
- Experience in soft FM environments.
- Experience with service management systems.
What We Offer
- A chance to work in a dynamic environment.
- Ongoing training, coaching, and career development opportunities.
- Supportive leadership and a great team culture.
If you're a proactive, hands-on manager passionate about service excellence and team development, we want to hear from you.
Facilities Manager: Lead Multi‑Service Teams in Defence in Suffolk employer: Compass Group UK & Ireland
At Compass Group, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Mildenhall where you can lead multi-skilled teams and make a real impact in the Defence sector. Our commitment to ongoing training and career development ensures that you will have ample opportunities for personal and professional growth, all while enjoying a supportive leadership culture that values teamwork and service excellence.
Contact Details:
Compass Group UK & Ireland Recruitment Team
