Facilities Manager
hace 2 días
Cambridge
Facilities Manager – Site Operations (Biotech/Pharma) Granta Park, Cambridge Are you feeling like just another cog in the machine? If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, drive improvements, and be valued for your expertise, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. We are looking for a Facilities Manager who thrives in biotech environments, understands the complexities of lab operations, and wants to build something exceptional - not just maintain the status quo. Why Make the Move? • Your ideas matter – We are not here to tick boxes; we want fresh thinking to make our labs & facilities run at their best., • Cutting-edge environment – Work in a state-of-the-art R&D centre at the heart of Cambridge’s science cluster., • Be a key player, not just a caretaker – This isn’t about passive maintenance; you will lead projects, improve processes, and help shape the future of the facilities. What You Will Be Doing: • Overseeing lab & office spaces – Managing building systems, lab infrastructure, and equipment servicing (including CL II hoods, centrifuges, incubators, pipette clinic etc)., • Ensuring compliance & safety as well as working collaboratively with the H & S Manager to conduct audits & inspections., • Leading a team – Managing a team of Facilities Assistant & Lab Support Technicians, ensuring things like lab consumables & equipment servicing, run smoothly., • Managing vendors & budgets – Securing cost-effective contracts and high service levels., • Driving sustainability – Implementing energy-saving initiatives and environmental improvements., • Planning refurbishments & fit-outs – Hands-on involvement in lab/office builds and upgrades. What We Need From You: • Facilities management experience in biotech, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences, with lab support expertise covering Hard & Soft Services and managing whole building services, not just in a managed building., • Demonstrable knowledge of building systems, lab equipment servicing, and compliance (H&S, CD, GMO, HTA licenses)., • Strong leadership skills, able to motivate teams and drive improvements., • Experience with refurbishments, lab/office fit-outs, and optimising workspaces., • Practiced in vendor management, budgeting & contract negotiation What’s in It for You? • Competitive salary dependent on experience, • Discretionary bonus scheme, • Eligible for grants of restricted stock unit grants., • 26 days holiday + bank holidays + option to buy more., • Private medical (for you & your family), • Cash plan for dental & optical reimbursement, • Subsidised gym membership & wellbeing initiatives., • Income protection to cover long term absences due to ill health, • 4x basic salary life cover. Interested? Let's talk. Even if your CV isn't up to date, reach out for a chat - you might be exactly who we're looking for.