Facilities Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 04 Mehefin 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £35,800 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 04 Gorffennaf 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Sunderland, Tyne & Wear |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Gillespie Recruitment ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Are you an experienced Facilities Manager looking for a dynamic, multi-site role?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can combine operations, client management, and business development?
Looking for an opportunity to lead site performance, enhance tenant experience, and drive commercial success?
Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, purpose-driven organisation as they look to appoint a Facilities Manager to oversee multiple business centres in Sunderland.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and commercially aware individual to take ownership of facilities, operations, and client engagement within a highly regarded organisation.
The Role
This is a varied and hands-on leadership role where you will be responsible for the day-to-day facilities management and performance of multiple business centre sites.
You will play a key role in ensuring operational excellence, maintaining high-quality environments, supporting tenant satisfaction, and driving occupancy and revenue growth.
Combining facilities management, site leadership, stakeholder engagement, and business development, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Facilities & Site Management
Managing the day-to-day operations of multiple business centres
Ensuring buildings and facilities are maintained to the highest standards
Overseeing maintenance schedules and contractor relationships
Ensuring compliance with health & safety and statutory regulations
Client Services & Tenant Experience
Acting as the main point of contact for tenants and stakeholders
Building strong relationships to improve retention and satisfaction
Maintaining exceptional customer service standards across all sites
Supporting a positive and professional working environment
Commercial Performance & Growth
Driving occupancy levels and achieving financial targets
Attracting new tenant businesses and generating enquiries
Supporting marketing and business development activity
Developing relationships with local partners and stakeholders
Projects, Contracts & Financial Oversight
Managing supplier contracts and service delivery
Overseeing invoicing, service charges, and CRM records
Managing budgets, resources, and cost control
Leading refurbishment and improvement projects across sites
Reporting & Compliance
Producing reports on KPIs, occupancy, and performance
Supporting stakeholder reporting and strategic objectives
Ensuring processes meet quality and compliance standards
Team Leadership
Managing and supporting on-site teams across locations
Ensuring high performance and consistent service delivery
Providing cover and operational support when required
About You
We’re looking for a proactive and commercially minded Facilities Manager with strong leadership and organisational skills.
You’ll be confident managing multiple sites, building relationships, and delivering high-quality environments while balancing operational and commercial priorities.
Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 5 years’ experience in facilities or property management
Experience managing multi-site operations
Strong contract and project management experience
Proven leadership and team management skills
Excellent stakeholder and client relationship management
Strong commercial awareness and business development ability
Experience managing budgets, suppliers, and resources
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Confident using Microsoft Office and CRM systems
Desirable
Experience within business centres, coworking, or managed spaces
Knowledge of SME environments or business support services
Awareness of the Northeast business landscape
Relevant qualification in facilities, property, or management
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary of £35,800 per annum
Multi-site role with autonomy and variety
Collaborative, purpose-driven working environment
Opportunity to lead projects and influence site performance
Exposure to operations, facilities, and business growth initiatives
Additional Information
Based across multiple Sunderland sites
Occasional travel required
Full-time, on-site role
Start date ASAP
If you’re looking for a rewarding Facilities Manager role where you can make a real impact across operations, client experience, and commercial performance, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment to find out more about this Facilities Manager opportunity in Sunderland.
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can combine operations, client management, and business development?
Looking for an opportunity to lead site performance, enhance tenant experience, and drive commercial success?
Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, purpose-driven organisation as they look to appoint a Facilities Manager to oversee multiple business centres in Sunderland.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and commercially aware individual to take ownership of facilities, operations, and client engagement within a highly regarded organisation.
The Role
This is a varied and hands-on leadership role where you will be responsible for the day-to-day facilities management and performance of multiple business centre sites.
You will play a key role in ensuring operational excellence, maintaining high-quality environments, supporting tenant satisfaction, and driving occupancy and revenue growth.
Combining facilities management, site leadership, stakeholder engagement, and business development, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Facilities & Site Management
Managing the day-to-day operations of multiple business centres
Ensuring buildings and facilities are maintained to the highest standards
Overseeing maintenance schedules and contractor relationships
Ensuring compliance with health & safety and statutory regulations
Client Services & Tenant Experience
Acting as the main point of contact for tenants and stakeholders
Building strong relationships to improve retention and satisfaction
Maintaining exceptional customer service standards across all sites
Supporting a positive and professional working environment
Commercial Performance & Growth
Driving occupancy levels and achieving financial targets
Attracting new tenant businesses and generating enquiries
Supporting marketing and business development activity
Developing relationships with local partners and stakeholders
Projects, Contracts & Financial Oversight
Managing supplier contracts and service delivery
Overseeing invoicing, service charges, and CRM records
Managing budgets, resources, and cost control
Leading refurbishment and improvement projects across sites
Reporting & Compliance
Producing reports on KPIs, occupancy, and performance
Supporting stakeholder reporting and strategic objectives
Ensuring processes meet quality and compliance standards
Team Leadership
Managing and supporting on-site teams across locations
Ensuring high performance and consistent service delivery
Providing cover and operational support when required
About You
We’re looking for a proactive and commercially minded Facilities Manager with strong leadership and organisational skills.
You’ll be confident managing multiple sites, building relationships, and delivering high-quality environments while balancing operational and commercial priorities.
Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 5 years’ experience in facilities or property management
Experience managing multi-site operations
Strong contract and project management experience
Proven leadership and team management skills
Excellent stakeholder and client relationship management
Strong commercial awareness and business development ability
Experience managing budgets, suppliers, and resources
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Confident using Microsoft Office and CRM systems
Desirable
Experience within business centres, coworking, or managed spaces
Knowledge of SME environments or business support services
Awareness of the Northeast business landscape
Relevant qualification in facilities, property, or management
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary of £35,800 per annum
Multi-site role with autonomy and variety
Collaborative, purpose-driven working environment
Opportunity to lead projects and influence site performance
Exposure to operations, facilities, and business growth initiatives
Additional Information
Based across multiple Sunderland sites
Occasional travel required
Full-time, on-site role
Start date ASAP
If you’re looking for a rewarding Facilities Manager role where you can make a real impact across operations, client experience, and commercial performance, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment to find out more about this Facilities Manager opportunity in Sunderland.