Facilities Manager - GP Practice

Facilities Manager – GP Practice

Location:

Leominster, Herefordshire
Salary: £30,000–£40,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours:

Monday–Thursday, 8:00am–4:00pm;
Friday, 10:30am–6:30pm

About the Role

We are seeking an organised, proactive and hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of the premises and facilities at a busy GP practice in Leominster.

This is a varied role combining facilities management, health and safety, premises compliance and general practice administration. You will play an important part in ensuring the practice remains safe, compliant, well-maintained and fully equipped to support both staff and patients.

The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, a practical approach to problem-solving and the confidence to take ownership of the day-to-day running of the practice environment.

Previous experience in facilities management, office management, premises management or a similar operational role would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities and Premises Management

Oversee the day-to-day management and upkeep of the practice premises.

Carry out routine building inspections and premises checks, identifying and addressing maintenance issues.

Coordinate repairs, maintenance work and external contractors where required.

Ensure the building, equipment and facilities are maintained to an appropriate standard.

Monitor supplies and arrange stock ordering to ensure the practice remains adequately equipped.

Health, Safety and Compliance

Support the implementation and monitoring of health and safety procedures across the practice.

Carry out routine health and safety checks and maintain accurate records.

Help ensure relevant building inspections, servicing and compliance checks are completed within required timescales.

Maintain appropriate documentation, checklists and records relating to premises management.

Identify potential risks and take appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for staff and patients.

Vaccine and Cold Storage Monitoring

Oversee routine vaccine refrigerator and cold storage temperature checks in line with practice procedures and applicable guidance.

Ensure temperature records are accurately maintained and any deviations are escalated promptly.

Monitor relevant equipment and storage arrangements to support the safe storage of vaccines.

Ensure any concerns regarding storage temperatures or equipment performance are reported and managed in accordance with established protocols.

Stock and General Operations

Monitor stock levels and coordinate the ordering of general practice supplies.

Maintain organised storage areas and ensure supplies are readily available when needed.

Liaise with colleagues, suppliers, contractors and external service providers.

Provide general operational and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the practice.

Assist with reviewing and improving existing processes, procedures and systems.

About You

We are looking for someone who is reliable, methodical and comfortable managing a varied workload with competing priorities.

You will ideally have:

* Previous experience in facilities management, premises management, office management or a similar operational role.

* Strong organisational and time-management skills.

* A good understanding of health and safety responsibilities and the importance of maintaining accurate compliance records.

* A practical, proactive approach to identifying problems and finding solutions.

* Good communication and interpersonal skills.

* Confidence liaising with contractors, suppliers and colleagues.

* Good IT skills and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

* The ability to work independently, use initiative and take…