Workplace and Facilities Manager
LiveWest
Date: 2 days ago
City: Exeter, England
Contract type: Full time
About The Role
Are you a seasoned Facilities Manager craving a fresh challenge in a purpose-driven organisation that truly changes lives? If so, this could be your next big move.
We are on the lookout for a passionate and proactive Workplace and Facilities Manager to join our growing team and help shape the future of our workspaces across the South-West.
In this pivotal role, you will be the driving force behind the delivery of a safe, efficient, and compliant facilities service—covering everything from strategic procurement to hands-on management. You will work closely with both in-house teams and trusted external partners to ensure our workplaces are not only functional but inspiring.
With key offices in Exeter (Devon), Camborne (Cornwall), and Weston-Super-Mare (Somerset), you will lead and support a team of dedicated facilities professionals, ensuring excellence across all locations.
Key Responsibilities
Why Join LiveWest
At LiveWest, we are more than just a housing provider—we are a community of passionate people committed to making a real difference. You will be joining an organisation that values innovation, supports personal growth, and puts people at the heart of everything we do. With a strong social purpose, a collaborative culture, and a clear vision for the future, this is your chance to build a meaningful career while helping to shape better places to live and work across the South-West.
This role is being offered on a full time, permanent basis working 37 hours per week. Hybrid working is offered for this role, working 2 - 3 days per week in the Exeter, Weston-super-Mare or Tolvaddon office or more often if required, dependent on business need.
For further information about this role, please click here to view our candidate information pack.
About The Candidate
To be successful in your application for the role of Workplace & Facilities Manager you will have the essential skills and experience for a level 3 role (please see candidate information pack) and the following role specific skills and experience:
About The Company
Our Reward and Benefits:
At LiveWest, we are united by a shared mission: to create a home for everyone. Each of us takes pride in playing our part in achieving this goal.
Our values guide everything we do - from how we work together to how we deliver exceptional services to our customers. Collaboration is at the heart of LiveWest, and we believe that we achieve more when we deliver together.
As one of the largest employers in the South West, our team of 1,800 talented colleagues provides a wide range of services to our 80,000 customers. We are passionate about nurturing local talent and creating opportunities for people within the communities we serve.
We are committed to supporting our colleagues, giving them the autonomy and encouragement they need to thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we are building brighter futures for everyone.
Inclusion At LiveWest
At LiveWest, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that our differences drive innovation, creativity, and excellent, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues can thrive. As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, a Disability Confident Employer, and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are dedicated to supporting all our colleagues and ensuring that our workplace is welcoming and accessible to all.
We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team. LiveWest is dedicated to equal opportunity and actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity at all levels.
Join us in our mission to create vibrant and inclusive communities. Make a difference with LiveWest, where every voice is heard, and every contribution is valued.
You can read more about Inclusion at LiveWest by visiting our website.
Are you a seasoned Facilities Manager craving a fresh challenge in a purpose-driven organisation that truly changes lives? If so, this could be your next big move.
We are on the lookout for a passionate and proactive Workplace and Facilities Manager to join our growing team and help shape the future of our workspaces across the South-West.
In this pivotal role, you will be the driving force behind the delivery of a safe, efficient, and compliant facilities service—covering everything from strategic procurement to hands-on management. You will work closely with both in-house teams and trusted external partners to ensure our workplaces are not only functional but inspiring.
With key offices in Exeter (Devon), Camborne (Cornwall), and Weston-Super-Mare (Somerset), you will lead and support a team of dedicated facilities professionals, ensuring excellence across all locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Championing a high-performing, safe, and compliant workplace environment.
- Leading on health & safety, risk audits, and compliance reporting—escalating issues when needed.
- Managing procurement and performance of both hard and soft FM services.
- Ensuring seamless day-to-day operations across all sites.
- Overseeing contractor relationships, reviewing RAMS, and providing H&S guidance.
- Monitoring building assets, planning maintenance, and forecasting OPEX/CAPEX.
- Driving sustainability efforts and supporting our carbon reduction strategy.
- Managing budgets, leases, service charges, and business continuity plans.
- Mentoring and developing a geographically dispersed FM team in line with our values.
- Stepping in for the Head of Workplace and Facilities when needed, including out-of-hours support.
Why Join LiveWest
At LiveWest, we are more than just a housing provider—we are a community of passionate people committed to making a real difference. You will be joining an organisation that values innovation, supports personal growth, and puts people at the heart of everything we do. With a strong social purpose, a collaborative culture, and a clear vision for the future, this is your chance to build a meaningful career while helping to shape better places to live and work across the South-West.
This role is being offered on a full time, permanent basis working 37 hours per week. Hybrid working is offered for this role, working 2 - 3 days per week in the Exeter, Weston-super-Mare or Tolvaddon office or more often if required, dependent on business need.
For further information about this role, please click here to view our candidate information pack.
About The Candidate
To be successful in your application for the role of Workplace & Facilities Manager you will have the essential skills and experience for a level 3 role (please see candidate information pack) and the following role specific skills and experience:
- Proven experience in managing facilities or property services, with strong knowledge of hard/soft services, compliance, and workplace H&S.
- Leadership and line management skills with a people-focused, customer service-oriented approach.
- Strong procurement, budget management, and environmental reporting experience.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to scrutinise technical H&S documentation.
- Proficient in using FM systems (e.g. BMS, CAFM).
- Highly organised and detail-oriented.
- Must hold a full valid driving licence.
About The Company
Our Reward and Benefits:
- Working Style: Hybrid working with 2 - 3 days in the office to support your work/life balance.
- Generous Annual Leave: Start with 26 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service - and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days (pro rated for part time roles).
- Pension Contributions: Enjoy up to 9% employer contributions with our Defined Contribution scheme.
- Health Benefits and Perks: Access to a health care cash plan (worth up to £1,100 annually), virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, and retail discounts including access to a Blue Light Card.
- Learning and Development: Invest in your future with ongoing personal and professional growth opportunities.
- Family Support: Policies designed to help you balance work and family life, including a new child payment.
- Wellbeing Matters: Priorities your health with mental health support, enhanced sick pay, wellness campaigns, and free flu jabs.
- Smarter Travel: Save with our Cycle to Work and Car Benefit schemes.
- Giving Back: Up to four paid volunteering days a year to support our communities.
At LiveWest, we are united by a shared mission: to create a home for everyone. Each of us takes pride in playing our part in achieving this goal.
Our values guide everything we do - from how we work together to how we deliver exceptional services to our customers. Collaboration is at the heart of LiveWest, and we believe that we achieve more when we deliver together.
As one of the largest employers in the South West, our team of 1,800 talented colleagues provides a wide range of services to our 80,000 customers. We are passionate about nurturing local talent and creating opportunities for people within the communities we serve.
We are committed to supporting our colleagues, giving them the autonomy and encouragement they need to thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we are building brighter futures for everyone.
Inclusion At LiveWest
At LiveWest, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that our differences drive innovation, creativity, and excellent, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues can thrive. As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, a Disability Confident Employer, and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are dedicated to supporting all our colleagues and ensuring that our workplace is welcoming and accessible to all.
We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team. LiveWest is dedicated to equal opportunity and actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity at all levels.
Join us in our mission to create vibrant and inclusive communities. Make a difference with LiveWest, where every voice is heard, and every contribution is valued.
You can read more about Inclusion at LiveWest by visiting our website.
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