Facilities Manager (requires maintenance experience)

Job Title: Facilities Manager Location: Newport-based role, with travel across South Wales, the South West, and the Midlands Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 per year Hours: 40 per week, Monday to Friday (08:00 - 17:30, rota'd shifts) About the Business Our client is one of the UK's leading providers in the self-storage sector, with multiple sites nationwide and further expansion planned. They are known for operational excellence and a strong focus on customer service. They are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager (with maintenance experience) to oversee maintenance and compliance across their network of sites. The Role This is a hands-on, practical role requiring both strong technical skills and excellent organisational ability. You will: Maintain and repair electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures Undertake general maintenance tasks including plumbing, carpentry, painting, and basic mechanical repairs Ensure health and safety compliance alongside the Health & Safety Manager Monitor facility systems including lighting, fire alarms, and smoke alarms Coordinate and oversee external contractors Travel to regional sites across South Wales, the South West, and the Midlands Requirements We are looking for candidates who: Have a minimum of 2 years' experience as a Facilities Manager or in a similar role Possess strong technical skills in maintenance and facility systems Understand UK health and safety compliance Have experience managing and coordinating external contractors Hold a full UK driving licence (own vehicle preferred) and can travel as required Demonstrate strong organisational and multitasking abilities Benefits Competitive salary of 35,000 - 40,000 Employee referral reward (250) and cash prize competitions Friends and family employee discounts Learning and development support Clear internal progression opportunities Free on-site parking Diversity & Inclusion This employer is committed to an inclusive workplace and considers all applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or age. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-10-23