Facilities Manager

Job Title: Facilities Manager (Fixed-Term Maternity Cover) Location: Merseyside (site-based, free parking available) Salary: £46,000 + £5,700 car allowance Contract: Fixed Term 12 to 18 months (Maternity Cover) Start Date: ASAP or by negotiationBenefits: About the Role We are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the FM service delivery across four schools on in Merseyside. This is a fixed-term maternity cover role for months. As the Facilities Manager you ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of the on site cleaning and caretaking staff across the schools, while acting as the key point of contact for Headteachers and other senior members of staff at the schools. Key Responsibilities Manage and support site-based staff, including caretakers and cleaners Ensure compliance with contract requirements, health and safety regulations, and school-specific needs Liaise with Headteachers, Heads of Business, and the client to maintain excellent service delivery and client satisfaction Monitor KPIs, respond to audit findings, and manage any service-related issues or escalations Support with budgeting, rota management, stock control, and recruitment where required Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to regular reporting for the contract Requirements Previous experience working on a PFI contract is essential Strong people management skills and the ability to lead multi-site teams Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills ..... full job details .....