Job Description:

Head of Facilities Management & Health & Safety (12-Month FTC)

UK Wide (flexible location)
Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

Lead Facilities & Safety Across a Growing National Portfolio

We're partnering with a fast-growing, design-led residential brand to appoint a Head of Facilities Management & Health & Safety on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is a high-profile leadership role where you'll take ownership of how a national portfolio of premium buildings is maintained, operated and kept fully compliant - ensuring exceptional standards across safety, performance and resident experience.

The Role

You'll be the strategic and operational lead for all things Facilities Management and Health & Safety, working across multiple sites and supporting on-going growth.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver a robust FM & H&S strategy aligned with business growth
• Own budgets, KPIs and performance across facilities operations
• Oversee maintenance, security, compliance and contractor performance
• Lead on health & safety compliance, including policies, audits and risk management
• Act as the key contact for the Building Safety Act, ensuring full adherence
• Drive sustainability initiatives and smart building solutions (including systems like Utopi)
• Support new developments, refurbishments and the rollout of new technologies

Leadership & Impact

• Lead and develop a team of maintenance and H&S professionals
• Support site teams with training, guidance and best practice
• Build a culture focused on standards, accountability and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

• Senior experience in Facilities / Estates / Property Management (multi-site)
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and compliance frameworks
• Experience operating at a strategic level while remaining hands-on when needed
• Proven leadership capability with the ability to influence across a business
• Strong commercial awareness, including budget and performance management

Desirable:

• Experience within PBSA, residential living or hospitality environments
• Understanding of property development and building systems
• Professional qualifications (e.g. CFM)

Why This Role

• 12-month FTC with real scope and autonomy
• Opportunity to shape standards across a growing UK portfolio
• Work within a brand known for quality, service and innovation
• A role where your impact will be visible from day one

Apply Now

If you're an experienced FM leader ready to take on a high-impact 12-month contract in a growing and forward-thinking business, we'd love to hear from you.