Facilities Manager
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1117004/156394
- Location: Birmingham
- Job type: Full Time - 40 Hours per week
- Salary: £42,000 - £47,000 per Annum
- Closing date: 01 May 2026
About the role
- 40 hours per week
- 6 Months Fixed Contract
- Monday - Friday (0800 - 1630)
- £42,000 - £47,000 per annum
- Sodexo rewards and benefits
Job Introduction
We are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to take full operational responsibility for Soft Facilities Management across a four-building Birmingham cluster. The role also requires an informed oversight of Technical Services to effectively support the Hard FM team.
You will be responsible for ensuring all aspects of the Total FM contract are delivered safely, compliantly, and cost-effectively, while maintaining high service standards.
What you’ll do
- Manage day-to-day Soft FM operations across the Birmingham cluster
- Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety policies, SOPs, and statutory requirements
- Oversee contractor control, permits, and safe systems of work
- Monitor budgets, costs, and financial performance
- Maintain consistent service delivery across all sites
- Support audits and ensure sites remain inspection-ready
- Lead, coach, and develop team members
- Build strong client relationships and act as key point of contact
- Ensure services meet contractual KPIs and quality standards
- Identify opportunities for service improvement and innovation
What you bring
Essential
- Proven experience in Facilities Management (ideally across Soft and Hard Services)
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
- Experience managing teams and service delivery
- Financial awareness with budget management experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- NEBOSH qualification
- Authorising Person certification (discipline-specific)
- Risk Assessment certification
- ISO Internal Auditor experience
- Hard FM experience
What we offer
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
- Mental health & wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
- 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
- Discounts for you & family
- Financial tools & retirement plan
- Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Birmingham, United Kingdom, B1 2AX
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