Facilities Lead

Job Title: Facilities Lead Location: Kettering Salary: £36,000 Type: Permanent Company Overview A well-established and highly reputable organisation is seeking an experienced Facilities Lead to support its multi-site operations in the Kettering area. Due to planned succession and a structured handover period, this role is expected to commence in July 2026. We are therefore beginning the search early to identify and engage high-calibre candidates in advance. Role Overview Reporting to the Facilities & QHSE Manager, the Facilities Lead will take responsibility for maintaining and improving a multi-site office and warehouse environment. The role will oversee several sites in close proximity, with occasional travel required to additional UK locations. This is a full-time, 39-hour position (Monday to Friday), including keyholding and first responder responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Respond to urgent site issues and emergencies in a timely and professional manner Act as Keyholder / First Responder, including occasional out-of-hours callouts Maintain and implement preventative maintenance schedules Manage contractor relationships, tenders, quotes and project delivery Support annual and quarterly budget preparation and monitor expenditure Ensure site compliance across Fire Safety, First Aid and related legislation Conduct regular site inspections and action remedial works Coordinate essential site services including security, cleaning, reception and waste management Line manage Facilities Assistant, Reception and Cleaning staff About You We are looking for a proactive and structured Facilities professional who is confident operating across a multi-site environment. You will be calm under pressure, commercially aware and capable of balancing operational delivery with compliance oversight. Requirements Ideally 2years+ experience in a similar Facilities role Experience managing contractors and coordinating site services Strong project and time management skills Budget awareness and cost control experience Confident communication skills Full, clean driving Licence Ability to attend site when required as part of First Responder duties Desirable (training can be provided): IOSH / FM qualification Fire Safety, Asbestos or Legionella awareness Knowledge of CAD or office layout planning tools What's in It for You? Salary up to £36,000 25 days annual leave Early finish on Fridays (1pm) Opportunity to join a stable, established organisation with long-term career prospects Important Information The anticipated start date for this role is July 2026. We are proactively identifying suitable candidates ahead of this date to allow for early engagement, market discussions and a structured transition process. If you are considering a move later this year and would like to explore opportunities in advance, we would welcome a confidential conversation. Next Steps Apply to this Facilities Lead role via this advert. If you would like more information, please contact our Commercial team on (phone number removed).  If successful, you will need to digitally register with our agency (if you haven't already done so). If you have not been contacted within 7 days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We will, however, retain your details for future suitable roles