Senior Facilities Operations Manager

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Overview

Senior Facilities Operations Manager

Location: Runcorn

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Facilities Operations Manager to oversee and manage the facilities operations property portfolio and to oversee the day to day activities of two Regional Facilities Support Managers.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facilities management and possess exceptional business partnering, organisational, and technical skills. The Facilities Operations Manager will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of all facilities within the region and maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations whilst driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of facilities within the designated region, including office buildings and operational facilities and associated services.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize facility operations and services, improve cost efficiency, and enhance overall performance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, statutory and planned maintenance, building codes, and environmental standards across all facilities.
• Manage and coordinate maintenance and repair activities, including HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing, security systems and general building maintenance.
• Manage property portfolio making recommendations on, property improvements, lease renewals, new builds and project work. Experience of property lease commitments / negotiations would be an advantage.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the operational performance of facilities and drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as finance and procurement, to support the business objectives and optimise facility resources.
• Manage the regional facilities budget, closely monitoring expenditures and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Identify and implement sustainable and energy-efficient initiatives to reduce environmental impact and operating costs.
• Act as key contact all facilities-related issues and ensure timely resolution of any maintenance, security, or operational concerns.
• Manage the team effectively to deliver key projects and maximise facilities cost savings / efficiencies

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in facilities management is preferred.
• Proven experience in facilities management, with at least 5 years of management experience in a regional or multi-site facilities role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
• In depth knowledge of building systems, maintenance, and facility operations and understanding of construction and associated CDM regulations.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in managing budgets, forecasting expenses, and implementing cost-saving initiatives.

If you have the qualifications and experience to excel in this role, we invite you to apply and become part of our dynamic team.