Facilities and Building Manager

This is a key operational role responsible for building management, maintenance, compliance and day-to-day facilities operations. You will lead a small team, manage contractors and act as the main point of contact for facilities, health & safety and security across the organisation.

You will take a proactive, solution-focused approach-keeping the building safe, functional and welcoming for staff, artists, visitors and audiences, while supporting sustainability and continuous improvement.

Building/Facilities Management

• Provide a practical, hands-on, solution-based approach to facilities and building management.
• Day to day operations
• Health and safety
• Security
• Sustainability
• Finance & People

Essential Experience & Knowledge

• Proven practical experience managing premises/facilities/estates management position including supervising a small team and managing contractors.
• Practical skills and experience in managing maintenance and external supplier contracts
• Experience managing and monitoring facilities-related contracts including performance, value for money and compliance.
• Significant experience in Health & Safety management including compliance with relevant legislation and best practices.
• IOSH Managing Safely accreditation
• Awareness of licensing legislation relevant to building operations.
• Understanding of statutory compliance and reporting.
• Experience of managing and developing a BMS
• Hands on approach with good mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Experience in budgeting, financial control, and monitoring facilities-related expenditures.
• Understanding and experience with security systems and procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Creative problem-solving skills and initiative with a proactive and flexible attitude.
• Commitment to environmental sustainability in venue operations.
• A proactive, “can-do” attitude with the ability to drive and implement change.