Facilities Lead

Job Description:

Facilities Lead
Kettering Area (multi-site)
Hours - Monday to Friday 39 hrs (flexibility required on occasion)
Salary - £Negotiable/Competitive


Our client based in the Kettering area is seeking a proactive and experienced Facilities Lead to join its UK operation.

This is a key role reporting to the Facilities & QHSE Manager, responsible for maintaining and continuously improving a busy office, warehouse and retail environment. The successful candidate will take ownership of facilities operations across multiple nearby sites, ensuring a safe, compliant and efficient workplace for colleagues and visitors alike.

The Role You will oversee day-to-day facilities management while leading longer-term improvement projects. This is a hands-on and strategic position suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as key holder and first responder, including emergency call-outs and security matters
• Responding promptly to urgent facilities issues and coordinating effective resolutions
• Developing and maintaining preventative maintenance schedules
• Managing a facilities helpdesk inbox and monitoring service levels
• Supporting annual and quarterly budget planning, with ongoing cost tracking
• Leading contractors and suppliers through tendering, quoting, risk assessments and project delivery
• Planning and supporting development of new or refurbished spaces
• Overseeing essential services such as reception, cleaning, security, waste management, mail and catering support
• Ensuring compliance with fire, health & safety and site regulations through regular audits and inspections
• Supporting implementation of First Aid and Fire Safety strategies
• Managing consumables and negotiating best value with suppliers

You will also provide day-to-day leadership to on-site facilities support staff.

About You

You are calm under pressure, organised and solutions-focused. You bring strong interpersonal skills and are comfortable liaising with contractors, senior stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

We are particularly interested in candidates who offer:

• 5–8 years’ experience in a similar facilities management role
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Experience working with budgets and cost control
• Supplier negotiation and procurement experience
• Confident decision-making and the ability to prioritise effectively
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• A flexible, hands-on approach and willingness to support outside standard hours when required
• Full, clean driving licence and ability to travel between local sites

Exposure to Health & Safety support activities would be advantageous. Relevant certifications (FM, IOSH, First Aid, Fire Safety, Asbestos/Legionella awareness, PAT testing, Manual Handling etc.) are welcomed but not essential, as development support can be provided.

What’s on Offer

• A varied, high-impact role across multiple sites
• Opportunity to lead projects and influence workplace standards
• Supportive leadership and ongoing professional development
• The chance to join a respected international brand with a strong heritage and collaborative culture

If you are an experienced facilities professional looking for your next step in a dynamic and growing environment, we would welcome your application