Interim Head of Facilities

Facilities Manager

• Job Type: Full-time (37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year)
• Location: Portsmouth
• Salary: Hourly rates negotiable

We are seeking a dedicated Head of Facilities to lead and develop a professional, customer-focused team across multiple local locations. This role is crucial for someone with a strong background in facilities management, financial operations, and environmental sustainability.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead and develop a customer-focused facilities management team.
• Manage financial and procurement operations including contractor management.
• Process estates-related purchase orders, receipt goods, and handle invoice processing and checks.
• Analyse utility bills and liaise with suppliers to resolve any discrepancies.
• Manage Estate Supervisors to ensure departmental budget is adhered to in line with financial policies.
• Provide general administrative support and manage estates databases and SharePoint data.
• Assist with external bookings, coordination of services, raising invoices, and updating information.
• Support the delivery of the Sustainability Strategy and lead projects to reduce environmental footprint.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimise space utilisation and minimise utility consumption.
• Promote sustainable environmental management practices and develop an environmental management system.
• Identify opportunities to enhance environmental impacts and develop a waste minimisation program.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified to Level 3 in Facilities Management or higher.
• Experience in a similar role dealing with financial, administrative, and environmental functions.
• Strong understanding of financial systems and operations.
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial software systems.

Benefits:

• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Contribution to sustainability and environmental management initiatives.

To apply for the Head of Facilities position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.