An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Facilities and Maintenance Manager to join the RSPB UKHQ (Sandy and St Martins, Bedford). This newly created role will manage the established Maintenance and Facilities teams based primarily at our Sandy location

What's the role about? 

Responsible for the ongoing review & strategic planning of building facilities at UKHQ sites working in collaboration with stakeholders
Review facilities and maintenance procedures to offer potential efficiencies where appropriate
To lead the Facilities & Maintenance function at UKHQ, to ensure a provision of a safe, compliant and fit for purpose workplace that is effective in delivery of change projects.
Management of team development
Ensure all aspects of health and safety requirements are monitored and managed
Own the Out of Hours both sites to cover emergency situations as and when they may occur
Working with the Environmental team review to support the strategic aim of net zero
Manage relevant contracts to provide an efficient service
Analysis of facilities requirements, defining optimum solutions to enable the most effective use of space
Accountable for producing and implementing the Maintenance strategy and work plan across UKHQ sites to include Planned Preventative Maintenance schedule, essential compliance and servicing
Be aware of all necessary sector changes relating to built-environment, plant, systems and technical developments and necessary team training

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

• Proficient in Windows 11 applications
• High level of written and verbal communication skills
• IWFM qualification or working towards, or appropriate demonstrable training in Facilities & Maintenance Management
• Stakeholder management
•  Flexible can do attitude, and driven to deliver solutions and result.
• Strong people management skills
• Budget management

This is a Permanent role for 37.5hrs hours per week.

We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 6 August 2025. For further information please contact Joanna.brown@rspb.org.uk

As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes attached to the top of this advert.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.