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FACILITIES MANAGERSalary: £52,000 + BonusLocation: Shaftesbury, DorsetShift: Monday – Friday Days (8... FACILITIES MANAGERSalary: £52,000 + BonusLocation: Shaftesbury, DorsetShift: Monday – Friday Days (8:00am – 4:30pm)Job Role of the Facilities ManagerAn excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Facilities Manager to join a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business operating within the food production sector. The company has invested heavily into its modern production facilities and engineering infrastructure, creating a stable and professional environment for an experienced facilities or site services professional.The Facilities Manager will play a key role within the engineering function, taking responsibility for all site services, utilities, compliance, and facilities operations across the manufacturing site. This is a leadership role where you will manage the Facilities Engineer directly and support the wider engineering department when required.The Facilities Manager will be responsible for:• Management and operation of steam boilers and steam distribution systems• Co-ordination of insurance inspections and rectification of reported defects• Management and maintenance of compressed air systems and distribution networks• Management of HVAC, refrigeration, and chilling systems• Building and external site maintenance• Maintenance of emergency lighting and fixed electrical infrastructure• Managing Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)• Management of fire alarms, intruder alarms, fire equipment, and fire doors• Site duty holder responsibilities for Legionella (L8), electrical safety, pressurised systems, and asbestos• Management of water systems, generators, transformers, and electrical switchgear• Ensuring compliance with PUWER, PSSR, and LOLER regulations• Supporting and leading the engineering team when requiredSector – Factory Maintenance / Site ServicesNon-Negotiable Requirements of the Facilities Manager• Previous experience within a Facilities, Site Services, or Facilities Engineering role• Strong understanding of site services equipment and facilities management within manufacturing• Leadership or supervisory experience within an engineering environment• Understanding of engineering legislation and compliance standards• Experience managing contractors, inspections, and maintenance schedulesRequirements for the Facilities Manager• Knowledge of boilers, compressed air systems, HVAC, and utilities equipment• Electrical infrastructure and facilities maintenance experience• Ability to lead and motivate teams across engineering and maintenance departments• Strong communication and organisational skills• Experience working within manufacturing or industrial environmentsDesirable Requirements of the Facilities Manager• Food, FMCG, dairy, or manufacturing background• Experience acting as a site duty holder• Health & Safety or compliance-related qualifications advantageous• Lean manufacturing understanding beneficialThe Facilities Manager will benefit from:• Working for a highly respected and long-established manufacturing business• Annual company bonus scheme• Pension scheme (9% total contribution)• BV Rewards discount scheme• Sick pay scheme• Free electric vehicle charging on site• Long-term stability within a growing engineering function• Opportunity to lead and influence facilities operations across a modern production siteIf you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply.