Facilities Manager

Job Description

Job title: Facilities Manager

Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire

The Malloy Aeronautics Team:

Malloy Aeronautics Limited specializes in the development of heavy lift unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) for both civilian and military uses. Located in Berkshire, our operations are notable for their focus on in-house design and manufacturing. This vertical integration means we control the production of most aircraft components on-site, enhancing our ability to innovate and maintain high standards across all stages of development.

About The Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Facilities Manager to oversee and ensure the efficient management of our office and manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing building operations, maintenance, health and safety compliance, and site security, while delivering cost-effective solutions and excellent customer service.

Ability to hold Security Clearance – 5 years residence in the UK

What you’ll being doing (but not limited to):

· Oversee day-to-day operations of the building(s), ensuring all facilities are safe, secure, functional and well-maintained

· Develop and manage budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources

· Supervise and co-ordinate staff, contractors, and vendors to ensure optimal service delivery

· Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, fire safety standards, security regulations, and environmental policies

· Plan and execute preventive maintenance programs, repairs, and refurbishments

· Manage contracts and service agreements, negotiating cost-effective solutions and maintaining vendor relationships

· Implement energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives

· Handle staff complaints or facility related requests in a professional and timely manner

· Provide strategic input into long-term facility planning and improvements

Essential Skills and Experiences:

· Proven experience in facilities management or a similar role

· Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance practices, and health and safety regulations

· Excellent organisational, time management, and leadership skills

· Proficiency in using facilities management software and MS Office Suite

· Strong communication and negotiation skills

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve issues effectively

Desired Skills and Experiences:

· Relevant qualifications in facilities management, engineering, or a related field (e.g., BIFM, IWFM certification) are highly desirable

· Willing to work out of hours when required to ensure the continued operation of the site

· Health & Safety certifications (e.g, NEBOSH)

· First Aid and Fire Safety certifications

Benefits you may be eligible for:

· Company Pension Scheme

· Access to 24 Hour Helpline

· Employee Stock Purchase Plan (BAE Systems Share Incentive Plan)

· 20 Days of Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

· Sick pay

· Three-Day Long Weekend Every Fortnight (Fri-Sun)

· Freshly Cooked Lunch on working Fridays

· Casual Dress

· On-Site Parking

Why Malloy Aeronautics?

Our company benefits from a streamlined process where engineering teams are involved in the entire lifecycle of our UAVs — from initial design through to production. This setup not only speeds up the development process but also improves the efficiency and effectiveness of our product launches. We value professionals who have a background in both research and development (R&D) and design for manufacture, as their expertise is crucial to our rapid and precise product development cycle.

Please be aware that many roles working for Malloy Aeronautics will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

Malloy Aeronautics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Note: If you have not heard from our recruitment department within 14 days, unfortunately you have not been successful.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 29/01/2025
Reference ID: MA133