Facilities Manager
Isle of Wight
Full-Time | Permanent
£40,423 per annum
Or client based in Ryde is looking for a highly skilled Facilities manager to join their team. As Facilities Manager, you'll lead from the front—driving excellence in maintenance, safety, and operations while building a high-performing team.
The Role
Reporting to the Regional Facilities Manager, you'll take full responsibility for Facilities Management on site, overseeing maintenance, housekeeping, compliance, and contractor activity.
You'll ensure the site is safe, efficient, and consistently maintained to a high standard, while playing a key role in shaping operations and driving continuous improvement.
What You'll Be Doing
- Drive Operational Standards
- Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, safety, and site presentation
- Oversee planned and reactive maintenance with minimal disruption
- Ensure all facilities and equipment are safe, compliant, and ready for use
- Manage and resolve facility-related issues and queries quickly and effectively
- Lead & Develop Your Team
- Manage teams across Maintenance and Housekeeping
- Create a positive, accountable, and high‑performing team culture
- Deliver regular 1:1s, coaching, and ongoing development
- Ensure Compliance & Safety
- Maintain full compliance with health & safety legislation and statutory requirements
- Manage certifications, audits, and documentation
- Conduct regular inspections to uphold standards and reduce risk
- Plan & Coordinate Operations
- Oversee housekeeping schedules, including deep cleaning
- Manage contractors and suppliers on site
- Coordinate stock, equipment, and procurement requirements
- Own Performance & Budgets
- Manage CapEx and OpEx budgets effectively
- Monitor performance and report into senior leadership
- Support wider operational planning, projects, and emergency response
Essential
- Proven experience in management, coaching, and team development
- Experience managing employee relations and welfare issues
- Minimum 3 years’ Facilities Management experience (soft & hard FM)
- Strong understanding of risk management and compliance
- IT literate (MS Office including Word, Excel, CAFM systems)
- Ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check
Desirable
- Level 3+ qualification in Leadership & Management
- Level 3+ qualification in Education & Training
- First Aid trained
- Mechanical and Electrical knowledge or qualifications
Key Attributes
- Strong leadership with the ability to influence and inspire
- Proactive and solutions‑focused approach
- Excellent communicator with energy and enthusiasm
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Collaborative and adaptable, with a mindset for continuous improvement
- Positive approach to change and innovation
- Commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion
Additional Information
This role may evolve over time in line with business needs, offering scope for growth and development. You'll also contribute to wider initiatives including sustainability, wellbeing, and operational excellence.
Live‑in option available for a reduced salary for the right candidates.
Please Email applications to (email) or apply directly to the job ad.
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