Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager – 12-Month Fixed Term Contract – Burgess Hill, UK About the Role We’re looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee day-to-day building operations, maintenance, and service delivery across a key site in Burgess Hill. You’ll lead a team managing a facility, campus, or a small portfolio of buildings, ensuring everything runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. This position sits within a wider Facilities Management function focused on operational performance, asset care, and long-term maintenance planning. What You’ll Do * Provide hands-on leadership to your team, including training, development, performance reviews, coaching, and supporting recruitment as required. * Plan and manage daily workflows, set schedules, assign tasks, and ensure smooth operational delivery. * Coordinate all repairs, planned maintenance, and technical work with engineers, contractors, and suppliers. * Maintain strong client relationships and lead discussions on facilities issues, service improvements, and ongoing priorities. * Prepare and manage budgets, capital works, and financial reports. * Carry out facility inspections, ensure quality assurance, and keep operations compliant with local, national, and safety regulations. * Oversee all environmental, health, and safety standards across the site. * Manage vendor relationships, procurement processes, and invoice approvals. * Deliver training on maintenance procedures, safety practices, and operational standards. * Resolve day-to-day facilities issues, identify improvement opportunities, and help drive operational efficiency. What You’ll Need * Ideally a degree or equivalent experience, with around 3–5 years’ experience in a Facilities Manager or similar role. * A valid UK driver’s licence. * Facilities Management certification is preferred. * Strong background in team leadership, including coaching, mentoring, and developing people. * Confident communicator able to handle complex or sensitive information effectively. * Excellent organisational skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset. * Solid numerical ability, including managing budgets, costs, and financial metrics