Premises/Facilities Manager (6 month contract could extend or be made permanent)

Premises/Facilities Manager (6 month contract could extend or be made permanent)

Temporary 50000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
First Recruitment Services

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and manage facilities operations, ensuring safety and compliance across the estate.
  • Company: Join a dynamic organisation in a rural setting near Haywards Heath.
  • Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, free lunches, and a solid pension scheme.
  • Other info: Potential for contract extension or permanent position with excellent career growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on site management while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Proven experience in facilities management and strong knowledge of health and safety legislation.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.

Position: Facilities/Premises Manager

Salary: £50,000 full time equivalent (£25,000 for 6 month contract). The role length is likely to extend or be made into a permanent position.

Benefits include:

  • 25 days holiday per year (plus all UK bank holidays)
  • Free lunches
  • Very good pension scheme

Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:30

Role based in Haywards Heath with free parking available onsite. Due to rural workplace location, your own transport is essential.

We are pleased to be assisting our client on a sole agency basis as they seek to recruit an experienced Premises / Facilities Manager to join their organisation based in a rural location close to Haywards Heath, on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role is critical in ensuring a safe, compliant and high-performing estate.

The role – Premises / Facilities Manager

You will provide strategic and operational leadership across all estate and facilities functions, overseeing compliance, projects, contractors and on-site teams.

Strategic & Operational Leadership

  • Lead the Estates & Facilities function across the site
  • Develop and deliver estates strategies and long-term plans
  • Advise senior leadership on facilities, compliance and health and safety matters
  • Manage a small on-site facilities team and external contractors

Facilities & Site Management

  • Oversee maintenance, cleaning, security, grounds and utilities
  • Ensure safe, efficient and compliant daily operations
  • Manage site logistics, emergency planning and business continuity

Compliance & Health & Safety

  • Lead statutory compliance across all areas, including: fire safety, electrical testing, gas safety and asbestos, legionella and building safety compliance
  • Maintain accurate compliance records

Projects & Works

  • Deliver facilities and estates projects including refurbishments and improvements
  • Manage budgets, tenders, contractors and deadlines
  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget

Procurement & Contractor Management

  • Manage procurement processes and supplier relationships
  • Oversee contractor performance and health and safety compliance
  • Review RAMS and operate permit-to-work systems

Financial & Sustainability Management

  • Monitor budgets, costs and identify efficiencies
  • Support sustainability initiatives and energy management

Experience, competencies and knowledge required:

Essential Experience & Skills:

  • Proven Facilities / Estates Management experience
  • Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation
  • Experience in regulated environments
  • Skilled in managing contractors, compliance and projects
  • Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
  • NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)
  • Full UK Driving Licence

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Premises/Facilities Manager (6 month contract could extend or be made permanent) employer: First Recruitment Services

Join a dynamic organisation in Haywards Heath as a Premises/Facilities Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring a safe and compliant estate. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values employee growth, offering 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, free lunches, and a robust pension scheme. With opportunities for contract extension or permanent placement, this role provides a meaningful career path in a picturesque rural setting with convenient onsite parking.

First Recruitment Services

Contact Details:

First Recruitment Services Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Premises/Facilities Manager (6 month contract could extend or be made permanent)

Facilities Management
Health and Safety Compliance
Project Management
Leadership Skills
Communication Skills
Organisational Skills
Contractor Management