Facilities Manager

About us

Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue.

We're looking for a Facilities Manager to join our Engineering and Supply department in Poole to provide specialist Facilities Management expertise in order that a safe, compliant working environment with appropriate facilities for staff, visitors and volunteers is provided at the Major Sites.

Some of the benefits

• Salary £44,586 to £52,454 (dependent on experience)
• 26 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Outstanding pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cashplan

Your Role

As a Facilities Manager, you will be tasked with focus on the following areas:

• Ensure RNLI Health and Safety policy and standards are fulfilled. Work safely, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of yourself, direct reports, colleagues, customers, contractors and visitors
• Manage a wide range of specialist Facilities services and contractors providing hard and soft services
• Manage a delegated budget of approx. £2m and assist the Senior Facilities Manager with preparing annual budget packages and completing monthly financial performance reports
• Manage technical Facilities projects, buildings, plant, and equipment alterations/refurbishments to meet the business's occupational demands.
• Fulfils the role of an Authorised/Appointed Person for critical safety areas such as Confined Spaces, Legionella, Electrical, etc.
• Manage the Facilities Coordinators and administration support function for the department.
• Provide proactive support to the Senior Facilities Manager in the delivery of facilities services, contributing to the effective operation and maintenance of the organisation's infrastructure.

About You

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager who is also committed to ongoing professional growth. The successful candidate will excel in a dynamic service environment, demonstrating the ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently while delivering a diverse portfolio of projects. They will be capable of working effectively at all levels of the organisation, including engaging with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).

A pragmatic and positive outlook is essential, together with the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and external partners.

To be considered as the Facilities Manager you will need:

• Significant experience in Facilities Management.
• HND or equivalent qualification in Building Services Engineering (electrical/mechanical) or Building Surveying or equivalent experience. Managing technical building services, fabric refurbishments and manufacturing process projects.
• CAFM/IWMS experience.
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent.
• Proficient operator of Microsoft Office systems

So, if you feel you have the right skills and experience for the role, please apply via the button shown