Job Title:
Facilities Manager - Oxford - In House
Overview
An experienced Facilities Manager is required to oversee a primary UK site and provide strategic support across multiple international locations. The role ensures all facilities are safe, compliant, and operating efficiently, supporting both technical manufacturing and office environments.
A key focus is managing controlled/sterile environments, ensuring standards are maintained in line with industry and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead fit-out, setup, and expansion of production, laboratory, cleanroom, and office spaces
- Manage facilities operations across multiple sites, including maintenance programmes and service contracts
- Ensure high standards within sterile/controlled environments (e.g. cleanrooms, contamination control, ESD)
- Oversee building systems (electrical, HVAC, utilities, fire and security systems)
- Implement consistent processes, KPIs, and compliance standards across all locations
- Manage and support Office Managers internationally
- Lead physical security strategy (CCTV, access control, alarms)
- Ensure compliance with HSE and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions
- Manage budgets, suppliers, and contractor performance
Requirements
- Proven facilities management experience in a technical or manufacturing environment
- Strong experience working with sterile or controlled environments (e.g. cleanrooms, labs, pharma, electronics)
- Electrical qualification with hands-on capability
- Knowledge of HVAC, utilities, and critical building systems
- Experience managing fit-out/refurbishment projects
- Strong understanding of HSE, compliance, and risk management
- Experience managing contractors and multi-site operations
Key Attributes
- Hands-on and solutions-focused
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities
- Strong stakeholder management skills
- Detail-oriented with a focus on safety and compliance
- Adaptable in a fast-paced environment