At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage technical facilities operations in a secure environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at HMP Northumberland focused on safety and compliance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a challenging yet rewarding environment.
- Why this job: Be a key player in enhancing safety and service excellence in a unique setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in facilities management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 36910 - 44567 £ per year.
Reporting to: Head of Facilities Management
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Technical Facilities Manager to join our Facilities Management team at HMP Northumberland. This is a key leadership role responsible for supporting the delivery of a safe, secure, compliant, and effective prison environment. Working closely with the Head of Facilities Management, you will assist in the day‑to‑day operational delivery of Hard FM Services through a combination of in‑house teams and specialist contractors. You will also play a significant role in the planning and delivery of lifecycle, capital expenditure, and business‑led projects, while deputising for the Head of Facilities Management when required. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically competent facilities professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for service excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of all statutory compliance, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), lifecycle, capital expenditure, and facilities management projects.
- Ensure the prison estate remains secure, effective, compliant, and fit for purpose.
- Maintain compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and Codes of Practice, including fire safety, legionella management, PUWER, and LOLER requirements.
- Support compliance with ISOQAR 9001 and ISOQAR 14001 standards.
- Ensure robust financial controls are maintained for FM operational and lifecycle budgets.
Operational Leadership
- Provide technical oversight and support across all aspects of building maintenance services.
- Manage and oversee maintenance operations through direct labour and specialist contractors.
- Ensure safe systems of work are implemented and maintained across all activities.
- Conduct monthly quality assurance inspections on at least 10% of completed works, implementing corrective actions and recognising high performance.
- Attend and contribute positively to operational and strategic meetings to drive service improvements.
CAFM and Asset Management
- Oversee the CAFM system (Maximo) to ensure all planned and reactive maintenance activities are completed within contractual and statutory timescales.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and asset information.
- Produce reports and performance data using Microsoft Office applications and CAFM systems.
People Management
- Lead, motivate, and develop the Maintenance Team.
- Conduct regular one-to-one meetings, performance reviews, and development discussions.
- Promote staff engagement, wellbeing, and continuous professional development.
- Build effective working relationships across all levels of the organisation.
- Demonstrate and support the rehabilitative aims and objectives of the prison environment.
What You’ll Bring
- Significant experience managing people and services within a Technical or Total Facilities Management environment.
- Demonstrable leadership and team management experience.
- Strong knowledge of statutory building compliance requirements, including Legionella Management, Fire Safety, PUWER Regulations, and LOLER Regulations.
- IOSH Level II qualification or equivalent Health & Safety training.
- Proven experience managing complex technical operations within demanding environments.
- Strong customer relationship, quality, project, and financial management skills.
- Experience producing reports and analysing performance data.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to use CAFM systems such as Maximo, BMS systems, and other operational software.
- Strong knowledge of industrial or commercial electrical systems, HVAC, AHUs, controls, and BMS systems.
- Experience working within a 24/7 operational environment such as prisons, hospitals, universities, or similar critical infrastructure settings.
- Professional facilities management qualifications beyond the minimum requirements.
Key Accountabilities
- Promote employee engagement through regular one‑to‑ones, team briefings, and performance reviews.
- Contribute to achieving successful audit and compliance outcomes.
- Drive a strong culture of health, safety, and operational excellence.
- Support the delivery of maintenance and project activities to agreed standards, budgets, and timescales.
- Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and service performance.
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At HMP Northumberland, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values leadership, compliance, and continuous improvement in a challenging yet rewarding environment. Our Facilities Management team fosters a culture of collaboration and professional development, offering employees the opportunity to grow their skills while contributing to the safety and effectiveness of our prison estate. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and engagement, we ensure that our staff are supported in their roles, making HMP Northumberland a meaningful place to work.
