Head of Facilities

2 weeks ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom 4e79b166-109b-43ac-85c0-4a98187ca66d Full time £90,000 - £110,000 per year

About the Job

Excellent opportunity for a Head of Facilities to join a highly reputable logistics business overseeing their predominantly midlands based portfolio.

They are looking for candidates who have experience managing a multi site property portfolio with the industrial (manufacturing/logistics) sector.

This is a hybrid role requiring regular travel to sites across the UK.

Roles & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will manage a property portfolio of industrial / warehouse. The company operate an outsourced FM model so prior experience managing external providers is essential.

  • Oversee a team of internal Regional FM's
  • Drive innovation in facility design, operational support, commercial effectiveness, energy efficiency and automated material handling to support high-volume, time-sensitive operations
  • Manage all contracts through proactive asset evaluation ensuring full compliance with contract and statutory KPI's and SLA's etc
  • Be responsible for the strategic development, oversight, and management of all facilities-related contracts, ensuring they deliver optimal commercial value, quality, and performance
  • Manage key service partner contracts against a global portfolio of properties with various service providers, including planned and reactive maintenance, projects, cleaning, MHE, waste, and utility services
  • Be responsible for the overall facilities budget and strategy
  • Deliver CAPEX and sustainability projects inline with the company objectives

Person Specification

  • Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business, or a related field
  • IWFM / BIFM accreditation
  • Significant experience in mulit site Facilities Management within the logistics or manufacturing sector
  • Strong background in contract management, commercials, and vendor oversight
  • Expertise in contract negotiation, administration, and performance management
  • Strong financial/commercial acumen with experience in budget management and cost control
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with CAFM Software is desirable
  • Experience with sustainability initiatives would be an advantage
  • Analytical mindset with strong reporting and data interpretation skills

Salary / Package

  • £90,000 - £110,000 annual salary
  • Car / Car Allowance
  • 33 days holiday
  • Company pension contribution,
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Life assurance,
  • Flexible benefits scheme

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