Facilities, Operations and Safety Manager
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Management
Operations Management, Project & Program Management
Location: London / On-site
Contract: 4-month temporary contract
Salary: GBP
60,000-GBP
65,000 salary equivalent
MLC Partners are delighted to be supporting a leading London university in recruiting an interim Senior Facilities Operations & Safety Manager. This is a busy, hands-on role with responsibility for facilities operations, health & safety, service delivery and team management across multiple London sites.
The role:You will take ownership of the day-to-day operation of facilities and services, ensuring a high-quality experience for staff, students and visitors. Working closely with senior stakeholders, contractors and internal teams, you will also lead health & safety activity and drive improvements across operational processes and service delivery.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead the day-to-day management of facilities and operational services across multiple sites.
- Oversee health & safety policies, risk assessments, inspections, incident reporting and follow-up actions.
- Manage and develop the facilities operations team, setting priorities and ensuring high standards of delivery.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, suppliers and external premises providers.
- Review and improve operational processes, procedures and service standards.
- Manage facilities-related procurement, supplier relationships and budgets, ensuring value for money.
- Support the operational delivery of new, refurbished or changing spaces and facilities.
- Significant experience in facilities management and operational leadership.
- Higher Education experience is highly desirable, with wider public sector experience required as a minimum.
- Strong experience managing health & safety within a complex environment.
- NEBOSH or IOSH qualification, ideally IOSH Managing Safely.
- Proven line management experience, including motivating and developing staff.
- Experience managing contractors, suppliers, procurement and budgets, alongside strong stakeholder management skills.
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