Facilities Supervisor

Roles and responsibilities

• Put health & safety best practices first in all work carried out ensuring compliance with all health & safety standards and regulations.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on the full range of equipment within the site.
• React quickly to breakdowns, communicate clearly with affected parties and work efficiently to fix the issue.
• Support continuous improvement by learning from breakdowns and sending feedback and suggestions for improvements through the line manager.
• Provide high levels of equipment availability to our internal customers.
• Support and learn from Senior Reliability Engineering Technicians.
• Management of contractors.

Basic Qualifications

• Multi-skilled in either electrical or mechanical disciplines.
• Experience of planned preventative maintenance systems.
• Experience fault finding within MHE (Material Handling Equipment)/Automation systems.
• Experience in interpreting either mechanical or electrical drawings.
• Experience of conveyor maintenance, motor controllers/inverters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of high voltage switching.
• Experience of sortation machines.
• Experience of maintaining/configuring bar code scanners.
• Experience of print and apply machines.
• Apprentice Trained, HNC, HND, BSc, BEng.

Desired candidate profile

• Facilities Maintenance:
  • Oversee the routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of all building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, elevators, and fire suppression systems.
  • Ensure that equipment and facilities are in good working order and meet regulatory standards.
  • Manage a preventive maintenance program to minimize unplanned downtime and emergency repairs.
• Supervision of Maintenance Staff:
  • Supervise a team of maintenance personnel, custodians, and vendors.
  • Assign and review tasks, ensure adherence to schedules, and monitor performance to maintain high standards.
  • Provide training and support for staff on safety protocols, maintenance procedures, and equipment use.
• Health and Safety Compliance:
  • Ensure that all safety regulations are met, including fire safety, emergency exits, and proper signage.
  • Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
  • Respond to emergency situations (e.g., power outages, floods, fires) to minimize facility disruptions.
• Project Management:
  • Coordinate renovation, repair, and upgrade projects to improve building efficiency or meet tenant/employee needs.
  • Ensure that construction or renovation projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to safety standards.
  • Liaise with contractors, architects, and engineers during major projects to ensure alignment with organizational needs.
• Vendor and Supplier Management:
  • Manage relationships with external vendors, including those providing cleaning, security, landscaping, and repair services.
  • Negotiate contracts and ensure that vendor performance meets agreed-upon standards.
  • Review and approve invoices and monitor vendor expenses to stay within the facility’s budget.
• Budgeting and Financial Management:
  • Prepare and manage the facilities budget, tracking expenses related to maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.
  • Ensure cost-effective purchasing of supplies and equipment.
  • Manage expenditures for unexpected repairs or upgrades while maintaining cost efficiency.
• Emergency Response and Contingency Planning:
  • Develop and implement emergency response plans, including procedures for natural disasters, power outages, and other crises.
  • Ensure that all staff are trained on emergency procedures and that facilities are equipped with necessary emergency supplies.
  • Respond to emergency situations swiftly and coordinate with emergency services when necessary.