Job Details:
Facilities Manager

Job Description

We’re seeking an extraordinary Facilities Manager to help us on the next stage of our development

Location: Victoria Baths, Manchester
Full-Time | Permanent
Competitive Salary £35,000

Deadline for applications: 3pm Wednesday 15th October

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 21st October

Are you passionate about preserving history while supporting the events team to deliver creative and commercial activities? Do you have a flair for problem-solving, working with heritage properties and maintaining exceptional spaces? If so, we want you to join our team!

We’re looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the maintenance and operation of our stunning listed building. This is a unique opportunity to manage a building that blends the beauty and history of the past with the functionality of the present. You'll play a key role in preserving the integrity of the building while ensuring it meets the needs of everyone who uses it.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Preserving History: Ensure the building’s historic features are properly maintained and conserved, working with specialist contractors and heritage bodies.
• Daily Operations: Oversee building maintenance, cleaning, security, and health & safety standards. No day is the same – one moment you might be managing a space, the next you’ll be inspecting intricate historical features!
• Sustainability & Efficiency: Monitor and manage energy use in a way that complements the building’s historical character.
• Team Leadership: Manage contractors, suppliers, and a small team, ensuring that the building operates smoothly and meets the highest standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with our team, heritage specialists, and external partners to make sure every renovation or change is in line with conservation guidelines.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in Facilities Management, particularly in heritage or listed buildings.
• A passion for conservation and ensuring historic buildings remain functional, safe and beautiful.
• A good understanding of health and safety regulations, with the ability to balance operational needs with historical preservation.
• Excellent communication skills – you’ll be liaising with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including contractors and heritage bodies.
• A proactive, can-do attitude – no problem is too big or too small.
• Desirable: Qualifications in Facilities Management, Building Conservation, or related fields.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a stunning, historic environment that you’ll help maintain and care for.
• Be part of a passionate and dedicated team that values the preservation of history while ensuring modern-day functionality.
• Enjoy a competitive salary.
• Get involved in exciting projects that will allow you to truly make a difference!

If you're ready to take on the challenge of managing a unique listed building and contribute to its continued legacy, we want to hear from you!

Please email a CV, cover letter which covers skills, knowledge and experience related to the job description and equality monitoring form (found on our website here: https://victoriabaths.org.uk/job-vacancies/) to [email protected] by 3pm on Wednesday 15th October.