Job Description

Culina group are a market leading ambient and chilled food & drink 3PL specialist, providing warehouse and distribution alongside fresh, food manufacturing, co-packing and bonded divisions. Working in partnership with some of the biggest household names in the food and drink sector.

With over 20 million square feet of warehousing spread across 100+ depots, we employ in excess of 22,000 people to ensure that our 2.2 million deliveries reach the correct location. Our extensive network enables us to provide a comprehensive supply chain management service covering the whole of the UK and Ireland.



We are seeking a motivated and experienced Group Facilities Lead to oversee the facilities management and operations within our organisation. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of facility management principles, and a proven track record in effectively managing facility-related functions. The Group Facilities Lead will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and well-functioning physical environment for our employees and visitors.

Key Duties

• Lead and manage a team of facility management staff, including facilities operatives, technicians and maintenance personnel.
• Develop and manage budgets for facility operations, maintenance, and any other facilities related projects, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Collaborate with external vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality facility-related services.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards, implementing and monitoring appropriate protocols.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, and safety measures to safeguard employees and visitors.
• Address and resolve facility-related issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Escalating any concerns or tasks that fall outside the expected timelines to your line manager
• Monitor System (Assure) for reactive requests, ensuring all jobs are logged with relevant contractor inhouse, or external
• Closing jobs and update system with information when completed after confirmation from site or contractor
• Foster strong communication and collaboration with other departments to address facility-related needs and provide support.
• First point of call for depots to report maintenance issues requiring contractor\'s attention.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in facility management.
• Check jobs are complete with site management / FM, receipting in the system to allow payment.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to facility management activities and expenses.
• Managing the renewal contracts for the upcoming year.
• Ensuring the Facilities PPM schedule up to date.

Qualifications

• Proficient in budget development, management, and resource allocation.
• Strong understanding of facility management principles, building systems, and maintenance best practices.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor a diverse team.
• A confident individual with excellent and effective communication skills with the ability to interact with various stakeholders.
• Project management expertise, from planning to execution and evaluation.
• Experience within an facilities/property environment would be an advantage
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.
• Problem solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure
• Proficiency in using facility management software and tools.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Additional Information

What\'s on offer:

• Competitive basic salary
• Competitive holidays
• Bonus
• Private Health Care
• Life Assurance
• Retail discounts
• Training, development and secondments opportunities and MANY MORE.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a personable and growing business with plenty of opportunities and a great team.

If you meet the criteria above and are interested in and use to working in a fast paced organisation then click apply now and #joinourwinningteam!

Culina Group