Facilities Manager
Location: Kidlington, Oxford
Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday - Friday)
Volantes Technical Recruitment are seeking a Facilities Manager to join our leading rotary client in Oxford. The Facilities Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management, maintenance, and security of company facilities. This role ensures buildings are safe, compliant, well maintained, and operating efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage building maintenance across all structural, cosmetic, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing areas, both internally and externally.
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Implement and manage preventative maintenance schedules to reduce downtime.
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Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including Fire Safety Regulations.
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Work closely with procurement to support contract management, negotiations, and tender processes.
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Coordinate and oversee sub-contractors, including supervision and site access where required.
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Develop and manage annual facilities budgets, monitor utility costs, and support justification for capital expenditure.
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Support sustainability initiatives by monitoring energy usage and implementing environmentally conscious practices.
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Take responsibility for site security, including building and personnel security across multiple locations.
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Carry out additional ad hoc duties as required within the Facilities and HSE function.
Knowledge & Skills
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Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
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Ability to research and interpret facilities-related regulations.
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General knowledge of building maintenance, heating, ventilation, and electrical systems is desirable.
About You
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Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
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Confident communicator with good interpersonal skills.
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Able to manage sub-contractors effectively and ensure work is completed to a high standard.
Additional Requirements
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DBS clearance required, with eligibility for Security Clearance (SC).
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Must meet Export Compliance Regulations.
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Must have the right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).