Head of Facilities

About Our Client

Providing agriculture with cutting-edge science and innovation for the development of environmentally sustainable solutions for food and energy production.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Facilities Management (FM) service, ensuring compliance with statutory legislation and industry best practices.
• Ensure full adherence to health and safety regulations and conduct regular audits to maintain the highest standards.
• Manage and develop a multi-disciplinary FM team, ensuring clarity in roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations.
• Prepare and monitor budgets to ensure financial management is effective, ensuring that approved budgets are adhered to.
• Review and ensure accurate financial forecasts and management information reports are delivered on time.
• Motivate and lead your team, setting operational standards to deliver exceptional services.
• Develop business cases for capital investment, driving improvements in scientific and support services and sustainability goals.
• Manage technical specialists and ensure all processes are followed correctly.
• Oversee and ensure timely and accurate planning and delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) using CAFM systems.
• Lead sustainability initiatives, aiming to enhance environmental performance and meet sustainability targets.
• Manage third-party suppliers to ensure services are delivered to the agreed standards with effective performance reporting.

The Successful Applicant

What We're Looking For:

• Qualification: HNC/HND or equivalent in Facilities Management or a relevant leadership qualification.
• Experience: A minimum of 10 years' experience in a similar role, demonstrating a proven track record in FM leadership and team management.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Excellent financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and ensure accurate forecasting.
• Expertise in health and safety compliance and FM service delivery.

What's on Offer

Head of Facilities Management

Pension: 7% contribution