Operations and Facilities Manager in Wednesbury

Primary objective of this position: Provide a reliable and professional service to all operations at the Great Bridge site, ensuring that the site is legally compliant, well maintained, safe and fit for purpose at all times. You will be required to plan and co-ordinate specific site maintenance contracts and any remedial actions required along with project management of site improvements and changes.

Please note: This is not a warehousing or logistics-focused role. The position is primarily office-based and centres on overseeing day-to-day business operations, while also being hands-on with facilities/site management.

Reporting to: Commercial Director

Number of reports: 9 direct reports

Location: Great Bridge. You may be required to travel to other sites across the UK on an ad-hoc basis

Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week

Contract Term: Permanent

Key responsibilities and performance measures for this role:

• Facilities & Site Operations: Oversee the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all site facilities in line with UK legislation and best practice; Manage planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance of buildings, warehouse, and offices; Coordinate and manage external contractors, ensuring compliance with site rules and permit-to-work systems; Support in the management of external service contracts; In conjunction with the Procurement Officer, negotiate the technical content of the site services contracts; Oversee all cleaning and janitorial activities on the site; Act as a point of contact for regulatory bodies, auditors, contractors, and service providers.
• HSE and Environmental Compliance: Comply with the Health and Safety responsibilities as defined in the company health and safety policy, and ensure that any specific responsibilities are adequately delegated in their absence; Responsible for statutory requirements for fire safety; Arrange and monitor all compliance and statutory testing; Manage site security including guarding, access and CCTV; Manage waste streams, both industrial and office waste, recycling, and disposal in accordance with Environmental Protection Act and promote sustainability initiatives; Work closely with our Environmental & Sustainability Co-ordinator to prepare for and support internal and external audits.
• Team Leadership & Management: Line manage a team, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance management; Allocate workloads, set objectives, and ensure effective day-to-day operational cover; Encourage accountability, continuous improvement, and engagement within the team; Ensuring the delivery and maintenance of Continuous Improvement by the department.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience required:

• Strong understanding of operations management, process optimization, and supply chain logistics
• Tangible record of success in a Senior Management role within manufacturing sector
• Leadership and team management skills, including the ability to motivate, mentor, and lead diverse teams
• IT literate in MS office products and email
• Practical knowledge of facilities management
• Management and control of sub-contract works
• 5 years experience in a similar role (preferred)

Additional skill requirements:

• Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders on facilities and compliance matters
• Project management skills with regard to refurbishment and upgrades
• Project management such as Prince2 would be advantageous
• Knowledge of statutory requirements applicable to a manufacturing facility
• Good sense of urgency and responsiveness to repair situations

Salary will be negotiated depending on experience.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE:

• A good salary in a permanent full-time position
• Employer Pension Contribution
• 31 days holiday
• Free Onsite parking
• Healthcare plan

We reserve the right to close this posting early should a suitable individual be found. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.