Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager

The role

Geary’s is a fast-growing business and as part of this growth we are seeking a Facilities Manager to join our team.

The role will be to oversee the operations and maintenance of buildings and our services. Your duties will include budgeting, sourcing contractors and suppliers and performing strategic planning.

The main responsibilities include:

• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of all boilers and associated heating systems to ensure consistent performance and energy efficiency.
• Implement and monitor a preventative maintenance schedule for all heating equipment. Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Manage the facility’s water supply, plumbing, and drainage systems to ensure reliable operation.
• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing fixtures, piping, and water treatment systems.
• Ensure all plumbing systems comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Monitor water usage, address leaks or inefficiencies, and implement water conservation measures.
• Oversee the facility’s wastewater treatment and disposal processes, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
• Manage the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment, including pumps, filters, and tanks.
• Ensure the structural integrity and safety of all building fabrications, including walls, roofs, floors, and ceilings.
• Oversee repairs, renovations, and upgrades to the building’s structure and internal finishes.
• Manage external contractors for larger fabrication projects, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to required standards.
• Liaising with local community where necessary to resolve queries or complaints.
• Manage the upkeep of external areas, including parking lots, loading docks, walkways, landscaping, and security perimeters.
• Ensure external areas are safe, clean, and well-maintained, addressing issues such as potholes, drainage problems, and external lighting.
• Oversee snow removal, waste collection, and general groundskeeping activities.
• Regularly monitor and record meter readings for water, gas, electricity, and other utilities to track consumption and identify anomalies.
• Analyse utility usage data to optimize energy efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Report on energy usage, identify opportunities for savings, and implement energy management initiatives.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of the facility’s electrical systems, including distribution panels, circuit breakers, wiring, and lighting.
• Ensure all electrical installations comply with safety regulations and are regularly inspected.
• Coordinate with electrical contractors for major repairs, upgrades, or new installations.
• Ensure machinery has safe access for OEMs to dial in and help resolve Engineering issues.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience in a relevant post of similar responsibility, preferably within the Food Industry.
• At least 3 years experience in Facilities Management;
• Experience of achieving challenging targets and objectives
• IOSSH Qualification - Essential
• BOAS Qualification – Essential
• Understanding and delivering of budgets, obtaining quotes and managing contractors
• Proven experience of operating within a PPM environment
• Proven IT skills with a working knowledge of a range of MS Office applications as well as knowledge of electronic security systems

If you have not heard from us within seven days, unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion, but we wish you every success in your search for a new position.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, at point of interview, and for the tenure of employment contract. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK