Facilities Manager

IWFM Regional/Special Interest Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in the South East of England seeks a skilled Facilities Manager to oversee multiple sites. The ideal candidate will manage compliance, supplier relations, and ensure safety across locations while providing excellent service under pressure. This role requires a NEBOSH qualification and prior experience in facilities management, along with the ability to travel within the region. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Facilities Manager within housing or multi-site estates.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety, building compliance, and risk management.
• Ability to manage contracts, SLAs, and supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections across multiple locations.
• Manage compliance checks including fire safety and statutory requirements.
• Oversee M&E services, PPM schedules, and reactive repairs.
• Lead supplier and contractor management ensuring value for money.
• Provide accurate risk assessments and maintain communication with teams.

Skills

Facilities Management

Health & Safety

Risk Management

Supplier Management

Compliance Checks

Education

NEBOSH qualification

Job description

Facilities Manager (South East Region)

Hourly Rate: 33.17 per hour LTD / 28.70 per hour PAYE (inc. holiday pay)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Multiple Sites Across the South East

Overview

Our housing association client is seeking a highly skilled and flexible Facilities Manager to oversee multiple locations across the South East. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced FM professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys regional travel, and has a strong background in compliance, safety, and contractor management.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections across a regional patch, ensuring all buildings are well‑maintained and compliant.
• Manage compliance checks including fire safety, health & safety, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee M&E services, planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules, and reactive repairs.
• Lead on supplier and contractor management, ensuring value for money, strong performance, and adherence to SLAs.
• Provide effective risk assessments, accurately recording and reporting findings.
• Support and manage service charge and lease management activities where required.
• Maintain excellent communication with internal teams, external contractors, and residents.
• Deliver a professional service under pressure, ensuring high standards are always met.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Facilities Manager, ideally within housing or multi‑site estates.
• NEBOSH qualification (essential).
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety, building compliance, and risk management.
• Experience in M&E, fire safety, and PPM planning.
• Confidence in managing contracts, SLAs, and supplier performance.
• Ability to support service charge budgeting and lease obligations.
• Geographically flexible with the willingness to travel across the South East.
• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a professional, calm, and solutions‑focused approach

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Facilities Manager looking for your next regional role and meet the criteria above, please apply with your CV or contact Prakash by emailing (url removed) or call (phone number removed)