Building and Facilities Manager

OverviewJoin to apply for the Building and Facilities Manager role at Had Fab Limited.Are you a hands-on, highly organised facilities professional who enjoys a mix of project delivery and day-to-day problem solving? Join us at Had Fab as our Building & Facilities Manager, where you’ll play a key role in keeping our buildings safe, compliant, efficient, and ready to support our continued growth. This is a fully site-based role at our Tranent facility where you’ll be hands-on and present across all buildings and workshop areas.About UsHad-Fab is a leader in the design and manufacture of bespoke steel structures for the power, transport, and construction industries. As a key supplier supporting the UK’s 2030 net-zero goals and energy transition, we are proud of our track record in engineering excellence, quality, and innovation. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will directly support the growth and transformation of our industry.About the RoleAs Building & Facilities Manager, you’ll take ownership of Had Fab’s buildings, offices, and workshop spaces ensuring they are safe, compliant, well-maintained, and fit for purpose. This role blends project-based work (refurbishments, upgrades, space planning) with hands-on facilities management, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety. You’ll coordinate external contractors, manage statutory compliance, support energy efficient improvements, and deliver both minor repairs and larger internal projects. Working closely with our Property Coordinator, you’ll help shape the future of our physical estate as the business continues to expand.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Coordination & Improvements – Plan and manage refurbishment and upgrade projects; Lead office moves and workspace layout change; Order and coordinate installation of furniture and equipment; Support space planning and energy-efficiency initiatives; Take ownership of internal building projects from planning to handover; Coordinate contractors and internal teams to ensure new spaces are operationalMaintenance & Repairs – Organise routine inspections and preventive maintenance; Arrange minor repairs (painting, plumbing, joinery, basic electrical work); Respond to reactive maintenance and urgent issues; Maintain external areas such as car parks, walkways and entrances; Keep accurate records of inspections, repairs, and compliance activitiesCompliance & Contractor Management – Manage specialist contractors (HVAC, electrical, fire safety, pest control); Ensure full compliance with UK and Scottish building regulations; Maintain statutory records, certificates, and inspection reports; Lead safety audits, risk assessments, and building inspectionsFacilities Administration & Support – Track budgets, contractor spend, and supplies; Provide reports to senior management on ongoing issues and improvements; Support parking, meeting-room logistics and visitor accessHealth & Safety Leadership – Promote strong HSE standards across all building-related activity; Support risk assessments and incident investigations; Ensure statutory compliance such as fire safety checks, PAT testing and water hygieneAbout YouYou’ll be someone with a strong facilities or building management background who takes pride in keeping a site running smoothly. You enjoy being hands-on, solving problems quickly, and delivering improvement projects from start to finish. You’ll bring:5+ years in building, facilities or maintenance management (industrial/manufacturing preferred)Skills in minor plumbing, joinery, general repairs or basic electrical workStrong understanding of building regulations and health & safety legislationExperience supervising contractors and reviewing RAMSGood organisational skills with the ability to juggle projects and reactive workExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsA proactive, safety-focused mindsetA driver’s licence (preferred)Why Join UsMake a huge impact on how our site evolves as we expandMake a real impact in a growing, forward-thinking businessEnjoy variety, autonomy and the chance to grow your own skillsWhat We OfferCompetitive salary (£40,000 - £45,000)28 days annual leave (rising to 33 with service)Birthday day offEnhanced maternity/paternity leaveCompany pension schemeAccess to our Employee Assistance ProgrammeRegular social eventsReady to take ownership of a busy, growing site and shape the future of Had-Fab’s facilities? Apply today by sending your CV. Closing date: 30th November 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr