Deputy Facilities Manager

Job Description:

Role: Deputy FM Manager
Location: Leicester, LE18
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
Salary: £43,302 per annum + Corporate Benefits Package

We are seeking a proactive and driven Deputy FM Manager to support the delivery of high-quality Facilities Management services within a secure environment. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance operations across site.

You will play a vital part in supporting operational continuity, maintaining statutory compliance, and driving service excellence, helping to create a safe and well managed environment for colleagues and site users.

The Role

As Deputy FM Manager, you will:

• Organise and allocate daily maintenance activities in line with safety, compliance, and contractual priorities
• Monitor progress, productivity, and quality across multiple trades
• Oversee both planned and reactive maintenance using CAFM systems in accordance with SFG20 requirements
• Ensure safe systems of work through risk assessments, equipment checks, and adherence to technical specifications
• Lead, motivate, and support a multi-skilled team in a busy operational environment
• Manage contractors, ensuring RAMS compliance and high standards of workmanship
• Act as Approved Person where qualified (HV/LV electrical, pressure systems, confined spaces, working at height, hot works etc.)
• Deputise for the Contract Manager when required

This is a hands-on leadership position requiring strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage workflow effectively in a secure and regulated environment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English
• Recognised qualification as an Approved Electrician (JIB, 17th/18th Edition) or HVAC qualifications (COCN1, ICPN1, TCP1, CDGA1, CIGA1, BMP1) or Fire & Security qualification
• Strong experience managing HVAC systems (experience with Trend or Honeywell BMS highly desirable)
• Qualification in the Control of Legionella
• Proven experience leading teams and managing workflow, productivity, and quality
• Solid technical knowledge of HVAC and electrical systems, including fault finding and diagnostics

Vetting Requirements

Due to the nature of the environment, an Enhanced DBS check will be required. This includes spent and unspent convictions and relevant police information in line with safeguarding requirements.
Successful candidates will also complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire.

What’s On Offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days leave per year
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Access to funded qualifications and apprenticeships (including Level 3 Team Leader and Level 5 Operations Manager)
• Extensive internal training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Virtual GP service
• Retail and leisure discounts
• Paid volunteering day
• Inclusive and supportive working culture

If you are an experienced maintenance professional ready to step into a leadership role within a secure and rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you.