Facilities Manager, Oxford

Job Title:

Facilities Manager - Oxford - In House

Overview

An experienced Facilities Manager is required to oversee a primary UK site and provide strategic support across multiple international locations. The role ensures all facilities are safe, compliant, and operating efficiently, supporting both technical manufacturing and office environments.

A key focus is managing controlled/sterile environments, ensuring standards are maintained in line with industry and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead fit-out, setup, and expansion of production, laboratory, cleanroom, and office spaces
• Manage facilities operations across multiple sites, including maintenance programmes and service contracts
• Ensure high standards within sterile/controlled environments (e.g. cleanrooms, contamination control, ESD)
• Oversee building systems (electrical, HVAC, utilities, fire and security systems)
• Implement consistent processes, KPIs, and compliance standards across all locations
• Manage and support Office Managers internationally
• Lead physical security strategy (CCTV, access control, alarms)
• Ensure compliance with HSE and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions
• Manage budgets, suppliers, and contractor performance

Requirements

• Proven facilities management experience in a technical or manufacturing environment
• Strong experience working with sterile or controlled environments (e.g. cleanrooms, labs, pharma, electronics)
• Electrical qualification with hands-on capability
• Knowledge of HVAC, utilities, and critical building systems
• Experience managing fit-out/refurbishment projects
• Strong understanding of HSE, compliance, and risk management
• Experience managing contractors and multi-site operations

Key Attributes

• Hands-on and solutions-focused
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Detail-oriented with a focus on safety and compliance
• Adaptable in a fast-paced environment