Facilities Manager in Northampton

As our new Facilities Manager, you will support the UK site operation by ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and cost-effective site services. You will be responsible for implementing robust programmes to maintain full compliance with all relevant legislation, while leading and managing all on-site civil and construction activities. In doing so, you will play a key role in maintaining operational integrity, upholding high standards of safety and compliance, and enabling the site to run effectively and sustainably.

Some of your key responsibilities:

• Lead the maintenance and long-term preservation of all site buildings, infrastructure, and grounds
• Manage and deliver civil works projects, including contractor selection, negotiation, and end-to-end oversight
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements, working closely with external authorities where needed
• Oversee site services and external contractors (e.g. cleaning, security, water treatment) to ensure quality and cost efficiency
• Lead, develop, and optimise the Facilities team to drive performance, continuous improvement, and effective service delivery

What do I need to be successful in this role?

• Relevant engineering qualification (or equivalent experience), with strong administrative and IT skills to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Solid knowledge of civil/construction regulations and compliance requirements (including HSE, Environment Agency, and Legionella)
• Proven experience managing contractors, projects, and permit-to-work systems safely and effectively
• Leadership experience with the ability to develop and manage a small team to deliver high standards
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

What’s in it for me?

• A competitive salary alongside inclusion into our company bonus scheme.
• Enhanced employer pension contribution whereby Scott Bader will contribute a maximum of 2x your contribution, up to a maximum of 10%.
• Private medical insurance alongside a host of further discounts and employee benefit schemes.
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays – We also offer the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 day’s annual leave in case you need a couple of extra days.
• We offer all our employees one full day per year to complete volunteering work of your choice which is fully paid.
• Alongside this, if you are thinking about fundraising for your favourite charity or local community event, we will happily match the funds that you have raised up to a maximum of £1000 in any one year.
• Access to free onsite car parking, electric car charging points, discounted cafeteria and even an onsite swimming pool.

Who are Scott Bader?

Scott Bader is an employee-owned global manufacturer of advanced composites, structural adhesives and functional polymers. Established in 1921, we have a century of expertise in manufacturing high-quality, innovative products for a variety of markets around the world. Scott Bader now employs 800 people across 7 manufacturing sites and 18 offices worldwide. We are committed to expanding our global reach, with recent ventures including North America, India, Japan and Australia, while continuing to build on our reputation for innovation, outstanding quality and technical expertise.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our aim is to create an environment that is welcoming to all people, and ensures we treat each other and customers with respect. We appreciate different and fresh ways of thinking, encouraging innovation where colleagues feel they can express their views freely, and create a working atmosphere in which everyone is able to deliver a high-quality service.