Workplace Manager

About the role and team

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Property, Regeneration and Climate Action team at Mole Valley District Council, taking a leading role in the day to day management and continuous improvement of our main office building, Pippbrook.

As Pippbrook Workplace Manager, you will be responsible for creating a safe, welcoming and efficient workplace environment for staff, tenants and visitors. Acting as the key point of contact for workplace services, you will oversee the smooth operation of the office and ensure high standards across facilities, health and safety, customer service and workplace experience.

Working closely with the Maintenance and Compliance Manager and wider Property team, you will coordinate a range of soft facilities management services including cleaning, security, waste management and energy monitoring. You will also play an important role in supporting workplace wellbeing, onboarding new staff, promoting a positive office culture and identifying opportunities to improve the working environment.

The role offers a varied workload and the opportunity to work across multiple areas of workplace and facilities management. You will support health and safety compliance, manage service providers, monitor performance standards and contribute to projects that enhance the Council’s office accommodation and wider property services.

This is a highly visible role that will suit someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and making a tangible difference to the workplace experience of colleagues and visitors.

What we are looking for from you

We are looking for an organised, proactive and customer focused individual who can effectively manage a busy workplace environment and deliver excellent service standards.

You will bring

• Experience in an Office Manager, Facilities Coordinator, Workplace Manager or similar role
• Experience managing suppliers, contractors and service providers
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements and compliance processes
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience of providing excellent customer service and building positive working relationships
• Strong administrative and IT skills, including Microsoft Office

You will also have

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths
• A Levels, BTEC qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• IOSH, NEBOSH or facilities management related qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential

In addition, you will demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and solution focused approach
• The ability to work independently and use your own initiative
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
• A commitment to equality, diversity and excellent customer service

Why should you join us? What’s in it for you?

We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where you can develop your career and make a real difference to the way our workplace operates.

Our benefits include

• Free onsite parking at Pippbrook
• 24 days annual leave, rising to 28 days with service, plus Bank Holidays
• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of approximately 15%
• Annual flu jabs and health checks
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders to support your wellbeing
• Training and development opportunities to support your career progression
• The opportunity to play a key role in shaping and improving our workplace environment

Further info

Salary: £37,028-£41,642

Working Hours: 37 per week

Location: Office based, Pippbrook, Dorking, RH4

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Chris Mustoe Maintenance and Compliance Manager, Property and Regeneration.

Interview date: W/C 20 July 2026

How to apply

CV and supporting statement

Click Apply Online, complete the short application form and upload your up to date CV along with a supporting statement.

Please ensure your supporting statement clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential skills and experience outlined in the job description and person specification.

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Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Mole Valley District Council is preparing for a major transformation through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), which will come into effect on 1 April 2027. The aim of LGR is to create a more streamlined, efficient and locally responsive system of government that strengthens public services.

Mole Valley District Council will become part of the new East Surrey Council, which will be responsible for all local government services across the eastern part of the county.

As we move towards LGR, we want to reassure all applicants that roles linked to Mole Valley District Council will continue beyond the transition period and arrangements are in place to ensure staff transfer on their existing terms and conditions to the new East Surrey Council.

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