About this role
Job summary Competitive salary plus Car Allowance (+Bonus) Barchester Healthcare are looking for a proactive and technically skilled Technical Facilities Manager to support our Divisional Facilities Manager in delivering safe, compliant, and well-maintained environments across our homes. If you're passionate about high standards, operational excellence, and making a real impact on the quality of our buildings and services, this role offers the perfect opportunity. You'll play a key role in ensuring our facilities are safe, compliant, and presented to the highest standard. Your work will directly support our teams, our residents, and our regulatory commitments. NEED TO DO: Oversee and monitor Facilities Management partners to ensure contracted services are delivered effectively Carry out audits, review PPM performance, and provide feedback to drive continuous improvement Analyse supplier data with the Contracts Manager to enhance service delivery Prioritise and allocate reactive mainten
Main duties of the job Barchester Healthcare is seeking a proactive and technically skilled Technical Facilities Manager to assist the Divisional Facilities Manager. The role involves delivering safe, compliant, and well-maintained environments within the healthcare facilities. Responsibilities include overseeing and monitoring Facilities Management partners, conducting audits, analyzing supplier data, and prioritizing maintenance tasks. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance, champion energy efficiency initiatives, and support recruitment efforts within the maintenance teams. Expertise in regulations such as DDA, FRA, WRA, and Asbestos, coupled with strong planning and prioritization skills and a full UK driving licence, are essential.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a distinguished healthcare provider that has received a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies. Ranked 11th in the Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for, Barchester places immense value on employee growth, collaboration, and the delivery of exemplary service. The organization is committed to creating safe, compliant, and well-maintained facilities that support both staff and residents. By fostering a supportive environment, Barchester empowers employees to develop their careers while ensuring high standards across all healthcare facilities they operate.
Job description Job responsibilities
Competitive salary plus Car Allowance (+Bonus)
Barchester Healthcare are looking for a proactive and technically skilled Technical Facilities Manager to support our Divisional Facilities Manager in delivering safe, compliant, and well
-maintained environments across our homes. If you're passionate about high standards, operational excellence, and making a real impact on the quality of our buildings and services, this role offers the perfect opportunity.
You'll play a key role in ensuring our facilities are safe, compliant, and presented to the highest standard. Your work will directly support our teams, our residents, and our regulatory commitments.
NEED TO DO:
Oversee and monitor Facilities Management partners to ensure contracted services are delivered effectively
Carry out audits, review PPM performance, and provide feedback to drive continuous improvement
Analyse supplier data with the Contracts Manager to enhance service delivery
Prioritise and allocate reactive maintenance tasks to support Heads of Maintenance
Attend supplier and contractor meetings, contributing to contract discussions
Provide technical guidance to General Managers, Senior Heads of Maintenance, and Heads of Maintenance
Champion energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives across the division
Support recruitment, training, and induction for maintenance teams
Ensure statutory and PPM compliance, resolving inspection findings and escalating risks where necessary
Use divisional reporting to drive performance and maintain high standards
Assist with integrating new builds and refurbishments into FM systems
Manage major revenue works, emergency capex, and support delivery of the 5-year plan
Maintain cost control and ensure value for money through robust purchasing and financial processes
NEED TO HAVE:
You'll be someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in delivering safe, compliant, and well-maintained facilities. Strong communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams will be key to your success.
Technical or FM experience in a care-home, healthcare, or live operational environment
Knowledge of key regulations (DDA, FRA, WRA, Asbestos, CDM, HTM, HBN)
Experience working with FM providers, contractors, and a wide supplier base
Able to influence external teams to deliver high-quality FM services
Skilled in analysing FM data, identifying issues, and applying consistent standards
Strong planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and interpret FM financial reports
Full UK driving licence (essential)
REWARDS PACKAGE: Access to a range of retail and leisure discounts Access to a range of wellbeing support and Best Doctors Service Opportunity to develop within a hugely supportive team
Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK.
If you are looking to develop a career with an employer that is supportive and offers progression opportunities, Barchester is an empowering and rewarding place to be.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Technical or Facilities Management experience in a care-home, healthcare, or live operational environment. Knowledge of specific regulations including DDA, FRA, WRA, Asbestos, CDM, HTM, and HBN. Experience working with FM providers and contractors. Ability to analyze FM data and apply consistent standards. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Full UK driving licence.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
Peterlee
SR8 5UP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)