Facilities Manager

Goodman Masson are currently working with a Sussex social housing organisation to recruit for an interim Facilities Manager.

Pay - £30 - £35 per hour INSIDE IR35

Facilities Manager

Are you a proactive and detail-driven Facilities Manager looking to make a real impact in the public sector?

An ambitious and forward-thinking local authority is seeking a talented Facilities Manager to join their dynamic Property and Commercial Services team. You will play a key role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and compliance of a diverse property portfolio—supporting both planned and reactive maintenance works while contributing to long-term asset strategies.

About the Role

In this varied and hands-on position, you’ll be responsible for:

• Overseeing planned preventative and reactive maintenance works across mechanical and electrical services.
• Monitoring compliance with statutory servicing and inspection deadlines.
• Commissioning and supervising contractors to deliver remedial and cyclical maintenance work.
• Managing asbestos records, legionella assessments, energy contracts, and utility usage.
• Providing expert advice on building services, health & safety, and compliance matters.
• Leading on condition surveys and updating the asset management database.
• Supporting financial planning and budget analysis for property works programmes.
• Deputising for the Property Compliance and Maintenance Manager when required.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Up-to-date understanding of building compliance legislation, including H&S, asbestos, legionella, CDM and the Building Safety Act.
• Experience in managing maintenance contractors and performance monitoring.
• Ability to write specifications, issue permits, and coordinate works from end to end.
• Confident user of MS Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Project management experience.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring staff.
• Scheduling and budget management.

Qualifications:

• Higher-level qualification in Engineering or Building Services (or equivalent).
• Health and Safety qualifications.

If this role is of interest please email over your CV to