Facilities Manager in Oldham

Experience working in a fast paced 24/7 FMCG environment is essential. We are recruiting a hands-on Facilities Maintenance Manager for a newly created role in our fast-paced manufacturing plant. This position requires someone who can manage daily site operations.

• PPM & General Maintenance: Run the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule and oversee general reactive repairs for the building, machinery, and grounds.
• Utilities & Energy: Ensure reliable gas, water, and electric supplies, while actively looking for simple, high-impact ways to save energy and reduce waste.
• Building Care: Keep the physical building, roof, and external areas well-maintained, safe, and professional.
• Cost Control: Manage the daily facilities budget, keeping an eye on costs and resources.
• Compliance: Keep the site fully up-to-date with all UK Health & Safety checks (including Fire Safety, Gas, Fixed Wire, and PAT testing).
• Safety First: Write and review Risk Assessments (RAMS) and ensure emergency procedures are clear and ready to go.
• Vendor Management: Support with external contractors and service providers. Track their performance, ensure they meet safety rules, and identify areas where vendor service can be developed and improved.
• Contracts: Help negotiate service agreements to make sure we’re getting reliable support and good value.

Qualifications

• Technical & Operational
• Asset Lifecycle Management
• Utility Systems Expertise
• Statutory Compliance
• Safety Documentation
• Energy & Sustainability
• Systems Maintenance
• Commercial & Administrative
• Procurement & Tendering
• Budgetary Control
• Contractor Management

Behaviours

• Safety-First Mindset: Commitment to UK health and safety standards; proactive in identifying and mitigating site risks.
• Operational Resilience: Remains calm and decisive during major site incidents or critical equipment failures.
• Analytical Thinking: Uses utility and maintenance data to identify trends, improve reliability, and drive cost-saving efficiencies.
• Strategic Alignment: Ability to look beyond daily tasks to align facility assets with long-term manufacturing and space-utilisation goals.
• Accountability: Takes full ownership of statutory audit readiness and the functional integrity of the production environment.

Additional Information

• 25 holiday as well as an extra day after you've been with us for three, five and 10 years.
• An extra day's paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart.
• Big moment day - an extra day’s paid leave for a moment that matters to you.
• Bonus scheme - you'll get a stake in our success and a chance to add to your annual earnings.
• Help saving for your retirement - we'll match your company pension contributions up to 6%.
• Supportive and progressive people policies.
• A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses.
• Car lease scheme - you can buy a brand new electric or hybrid car through our leasing partner.
• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.
• Access to lots of discounts - including 15% off with Reach's very own online marketplace.
• Interest-free loans - including for season tickets and technology.

If you’re excited about this role but don’t tick every single box, please don’t let that stop you from applying. We know that everyone has their own story to tell, and we value potential, passion and the perspectives that different backgrounds bring to our work. Diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us better serve our audiences, which is why we’re dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported.