Description
The Facilities Manager will be responsible for the efficient operation, maintenance, and preservation of a listed building, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and heritage conservation requirements.
We're seeking an extraordinary Facilities Manager to help us on the next stage of our development
Are you passionate about preserving history while supporting the events team to deliver creative and commercial activities? Do you have a flair for problem-solving, working with heritage properties and maintaining exceptional spaces? If so, we want you to join our team!
We're looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the maintenance and operation of our stunning listed building. This is a unique opportunity to manage a building that blends the beauty and history of the past with the functionality of the present. You'll play a key role in preserving the integrity of the building while ensuring it meets the needs of everyone who uses it.
Person Specification
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in facilities management, preferably within heritage or listed buildings.
- Knowledge of conservation principles, heritage legislation, and listed building consent processes.
- Strong understanding of H&S regulations, fire safety, and building compliance.
- Excellent project management and contractor management skills.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Budget management and procurement experience.
Personal Attributes
- Respectful and sensitive approach to working with historic environments.
- Practical problem solver with attention to detail.
- Ability to balance operational needs with conservation priorities.
- Organised, adaptable and able to manage competing demands.
- A positive and can do attitude
Key Responsibilities
Building Maintenance & Compliance
- Develop and oversee planned preventative maintenance schedules tailored to listed building requirements.
- Ensure compliance with statutory health & safety, fire safety, and building regulations, including those specific to heritage assets.
- Manage inspections, risk assessments, and permits to work.
- Oversee specialist contractors for conservation, repair, and restoration works, ensuring adherence to listed building consent.
- Monitor and order supplies for cleaning and building requirements as necessary.
Conservation & Heritage Management
- Work closely with conservation officers, architects, and heritage consultants to protect and preserve historic features.
- Manage approvals and permissions for alterations or repairs, liaising with local authorities and heritage bodies.
- Source and coordinate traditional materials and specialist trades when required.
Facilities Operations
- Line manage a small team, making sure that tasks ar
Please email a CV, cover letter which covers skills, knowledge and experience related to the job description and equality monitoring form (see website) to [email protected] by 3pm on Wednesday 15th October.