Facilities Manager – Soft Services
oft Services Facilities Manager – Chester West & Chester Council Contract
📍 Location Flexible | £30-£40/hour (Umbrella) | 3-Month Contract | Immediate Start
We're urgently seeking an experienced Soft Services Facilities Manager to support operations across the Chester West and Chester Council estate. This is a high-priority role requiring immediate availability.
🏢 The Opportunity
This is a strategic, day-to-day management role overseeing soft services across a diverse portfolio of 290+ council buildings, including offices, libraries, markets, gyms, and civic sites. You'll be the central point of coordination, ensuring services run smoothly and teams are supported.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage 2 Cleaning Supervisors and a wider team of 40 cleaners
Oversee delivery of cleaning, concierge, car park attendants, and building supervision
Solve operational challenges quickly and effectively
Maintain service standards across multiple sites with varied requirements
Engage with stakeholders and ensure visibility at key locations (e.g. Chester Town Hall, Ellesmere Port Library)
✅ What You'll Bring
Strong background in facilities management, ideally within soft services
Proven experience managing small teams and coordinating service delivery
Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
Ability to work independently across multiple locations
DBS clearance is required
📍 Location & Working Style
You'll have flexibility to work from any council-serviced building, with preference for high-profile sites to maintain visibility and stakeholder engagement. The team is largely self-sufficient, so your focus will be on leadership and coordination, not hands-on delivery.
💰 Contract Details
£30-£40/hour (Umbrella)
3-month contract, with potential for extension or permanent placement
Business casual working environment
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