Facilities Manager

Humber Recruitment are delighted to be resourcing a Facilities Manager for a client of ours based in the heart of Grimsby.

THE ROLE

Are you ready to take charge of an incredible, brand-new space designed to inspire young people? Our client’s new site is set to open in Autumn 2025, and we are assisting their efforts to find a passionate Facilities Coordinator to ensure it runs like clockwork!

This role is all about keeping our clients’ members, staff, and volunteers safe while maintaining a top-tier facility that’s welcoming, efficient and fully operational. You’ll be at the heart of making sure everything behind the scenes runs smoothly so the clients’ facility users can focus on having life-changing experiences.

No two days will be the same! We’re looking for a proactive problem-solver with experience managing similar spaces. If you’re hands-on, solution-focused, and excited about shaping a dynamic environment for young people, we want to hear from you!

You’ll be a crucial part of this new facility for North East Lincolnshire, welcoming up to 250 young people each session and creating a space where they can thrive.

ALL CLIENT EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO:

• Be a role model for young people, present a positive ‘can-do’ attitude, and take personal responsibility for your actions.
• Work within the performance framework of the charity and live the values of the client and its Network. You will be expected to contribute to a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and a young person first, team always ethos.
• Represent and promote the client positively and effectively in all dealings with internal colleagues and external partners, and assist with any promotional activities and visits that take place.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

HEALTH & SAFETY

• Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations and best practices
• Produce and conduct risk assessments, manage fire safety, water hygiene, and equipment testing, keeping accurate records
• Address health & safety concerns promptly and lead on accident/incident reporting, ensuring RIDDOR compliance

MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS

• Develop and manage a proactive maintenance schedule to keep the building in top condition
• Identify and manage day-to-day repairs, arranging external contractors for more complex or larger tasks as needed

COMPLIANCE & BUDGETING

• Ensure up-to-date records are kept for statutory compliance requirements (fire safety, electrical testing, building regulations)
• Manage the facilities budget effectively by looking for smart, cost-effective solutions where possible
• Support the leadership team with reports relating to compliance and facilities

TEAM COLLABORATION

• Working closely with the whole facilities team to make sure the building meets their needs and supports all activities
• Providing advice and basic training to staff on health and safety procedures
• Rolling up your sleeves to help with event setups and other team activities when needed
• Support the Senior Leadership Team by carrying out any reasonable tasks as required

SAFEGUARDING

Safe Environment: Ensure the facility is a safe, welcoming place for young people, maintaining high standards of behaviour.
Policies: Comply with all policies and procedures, with particular reference to safeguarding, codes of conduct, health and safety and equality and diversity. Ensuring that this is reflected in all aspects of the role.
Safeguarding: Be alert to issues of safeguarding and child protection, ensuring the welfare and safety of facility members is promoted and safeguarded, and to report any child protection concerns to the designated Child Protection Officers using policies, procedures, and practice.
As a designated key holder, take responsibility for the closing down and opening up of the facility as required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Applicants will be expected to demonstrate the experience, skills, knowledge and aptitudes listed below throughout the recruitment process. However, if you don’t meet every single requirement but feel you have strong and relevant transferrable skills or lived experience to draw from, we encourage you to apply anyway. Why?

Studies have shown that women and Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single criterion/competency. The client and its Network are dedicated to driving change and to building diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplaces, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, please tell us how your experience is transferable.

YOU MAY BE JUST THE RIGHT CANDIDATE!

SELECTION CRITERIA

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in caretaking, building maintenance, or facilities management in a similar environment
• Proven experience managing staff, contractors, and external service providers
• Skilled in risk assessments, contract administration, and PPM management
• Experience using building management systems and delivering facilities-related training

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES

• Having a young person-focused approach, being passionate about the power and impact of youth work and using it as a vehicle to empower young people to become the very best versions of themselves
• A good understanding of health and safety requirements, risk assessments, RIDDOR reporting and compliance
• A proactive problem-solver who can identify and address issues early to prevent them from escalating. A team player with strong communication and collaboration skills, always focused on finding practical solutions—no problem is too big or too small
• An ongoing commitment to equity, fairness, and respect
• A willingness to work evenings & weekends with the flexibility, motivation and commitment to meeting the needs of young people at the facility, ensuring a quality youth work offer is upheld
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and stays calm under pressure
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team, maintaining a proactive approach and a can-do attitude
• A Passion for Young People: A genuine enthusiasm for working in a youth environment

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Educated in IOSH, COSHH, or NEBOSH would be advantageous, as would a willingness to engage in continuous learning (we will support training)
• Proficient IT skills with an understanding of Office 365 and relevant support systems
• Where applicable, evidence of ongoing professional development (for example, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Management, etc.)

GENERAL INFORMATION

The normal hours of work are 37.5 per week, or those necessary to fulfil the requirements of the position. There will be a requirement to work outside the normal 9 to 5, Monday to Friday, working week, including frequent evenings and weekends. This will mean working flexibly across the week, to suit the needs of both the role and the individual. Pre-opening and before the facility is built, there will be elements of flexible working.

In accordance with our Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check.

Salary: £30,000 – £33,000

Hours: 37.5, full-time, perm.

Line Management: Catering and Cleaning Team

Closes on 14^th July.

Interviews: First: Tuesday, 22nd July  / Second: Tuesday, 29^th July

To apply for the position, click the apply button below or at the top of the page and complete the form. For more information on the role, call our team on 01472 729768 and we will be happy to assist. You can visit our jobs page to see our full list of available vacancies.

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