Regional Facilities Manager (Maternity Cover) in England

Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
About Matalan
From humble beginnings to disruptive innovations in the retail industry, find out about how Matalan is ever-evolving here.
We know as a team, we are stronger together – we champion equality for all and make lasting connections that go beyond work. We thrive off our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contributing to collective creativity, open-mindedness and growth.
We want give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments during our recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
About The Role
We are looking for a Regional Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day upkeep and maintenance of our stores across Northern England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. As the Regional Facilities Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with legal requirements, managing budgets, and maintaining high-quality standards across our retail locations.
This the perfect role for someone with a proven track record of working and successful delivery of FM services in a multi-location retail environment, wanting to join a fast-paced, forward-thinking retailer.
As Regional Facilities Manager, You Will Be Required To

• Carry out regular store condition surveys to identify prioritised work streams for property and asset enhancement.
• Identify contingent liability costs through the preparation of an asset risk plan.
• Obtain competitive quotations for all revenue and capital works, prioritising preventative capital works to future proof revenue spend.
• Prepare business justification and submit all capital works proposals to Senior Facilities Manager for approval.
• Prepare service specifications and tender documentation for PPM works. Agree forms of contract and alignment with Help Desk operating system.
• Attend regular supplier contract review meetings anywhere in the UK.
• Attend regular departmental meetings at Matalan Head Office.
• Attend tender evaluation meetings for national PPM contract awards.
• Attend Retail Operations managers meetings.
• In conjunction with the Help Desk, support and develop competitive tendering for reactive works.
• Prepare and agree schedules of rates for specialist trades
• Act as key contact when Senior Facilities Manager or other Regional Facilities Manager is absent
• Carry out cleaning and waste audits on the store estate reporting back findings to the Matalan soft services Manager.

About You

• A proven track record of working and successful delivery of FM services in a multi-location retail environment.
• A thorough knowledge of compliance legislation
• Sound technical knowledge of construction and service installations
• Excellent communication skills
• Budget accountability and commercial awareness
• Data interpretation and analysis
• Proven track record of influencing/negotiating with others
• IOSH/NEBOSH Managing Safety
• Asbestos Awareness
• Member of IWFM

Benefits
In addition to competitive salaries, we also offer the below core benefits:

• 20% staff discount, which increases with length of service
• Thrive Recognition Scheme
• Wellbeing support provided by the Retail Trust
• Life Assurance
• Retail Rewards platform offering discounts for other retailers
• Pension Scheme
• Access to a wide range of career development
• Additional benefits may apply depending on your role and area of the business