Site Facilities Lead

Site Facilities Lead

Location - Southall

Job Purpose

The Technical Facilities Lead is responsible for overseeing the service, maintenance, repair, and safe functioning of all hard services . This position ensures that facilities are maintained in compliance with safety regulations and operational standards while coordinating technical staff and supervise external contractors. The role involves both hands-on technical work, leadership responsibilities and championing business critical systems.

Key duties & responsibilities

1. Facilities Maintenance and Operations

• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of building systems, including HVACr, electrical, safety systems, etc.
• Ensure planned preventive and corrective maintenance schedules are completed in conjunction with schedules - via CMMS to minimise downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
• Ensure all systems comply with H&S, mandatory legislation, food safe, PFM permit consents, and site regulations as requested.
• Coordinate the use of CMMS for FM related activity and oversee the BMS for refrigeration monitoring and controlling critical production systems.

2. Leadership

• Lead a team of facilities technicians, assigning tasks, providing training, and monitoring performance.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors for specialised maintenance tasks, repairs or minor projects as required.
• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs for record-keeping and audit purposes.
• Develop and mentor team members to enhance their technical skills and efficiency.

3. Safety and Compliance

• Ensure that the facility complies with health, safety environmental regulations, fire safety standards, and customer site environmental policies.
• Conduct regular inspections and safety audits of the facility, addressing any issues identified.

4. Budgeting and Vendor Management

• Assist in controlling the facilities maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective operations and maintenance.
• Negotiate with external vendors and suppliers for parts, equipment, and services.
• Coordinate contracts and service agreements for outsourced services where applicable.

5. Project Management Lead or assist in the planning and execution of minor facility improvement projects.

• Ensure timely delivery of projects within scope, budget, and quality standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Engineering discipline qualification or demonstratable experience within a manufacturing facility
• 5+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, including a supervisory or leadership role
• Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Familiarity with QHSE standards, and other relevant regulations
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) is highly desirable
• Experience working in a food manufacturing environment would be an advantage
• Experience in leading small projects, supervising budgets, and coordinating with vendors and contractors
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot technical issues quickly
• Communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with stakeholders
• Ability to allocate work and coordinate people
• Ability to combine office and hands-on site work
• Computer literate with intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook and Excel) is essential
• Demonstrate good numeracy and analytical skills
• Good time management discipline
• Positive can-do attitude
• Willingness to respond to facility emergencies, including after-hours calls.

Personal Characteristics

• Have strong customer service and communication skills
• Able to identify and address potential issues before they become significant problems.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a culture of safety, responsibility, and professionalism
• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• A positive "can do" attitude
• Be flexible, reliable and consistent
• Demonstrate a confident and determined approach
• Have excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Strong multitasking and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate a keen eye for accuracy and attention to detail
• Be able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Be resilient and able to cope under pressure.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work without supervision take ownership, accountability and make decisions without daily guidance 

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