Facilities Manager Job in Heathrow, Hounslow – UK-Based Applicants Only

Hays is seeking a Facilities Manager for a multinational logistics company in Heathrow, Hounslow, offering a salary of £51,511.96. This full-time position is ideal for UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work, though foreign applicants may still enquire directly with the employer. The role offers a stable Monday-Friday schedule and the chance to manage a diverse portfolio of corporate office and warehousing sites.

Job Description

As a Facilities Manager, you will be joining a central facilities and property team to oversee both hard and soft services. This includes managing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance, and maintaining high standards across multiple sites.

Your responsibilities will also extend to project management, including upgrade works and new installations. This site-based role requires a proactive approach to facilities management, ensuring smooth operations for a multinational logistics company.

Requirements

• Proven experience in facilities management, including both hard and soft services.
• Demonstrable experience managing projects and upgrade works.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations pertinent to facilities management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Applicants must have existing right-to-work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of £51,511.96.
• Opportunity to work with a multinational logistics leader.
• Stable Monday-Friday working hours.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of corporate and warehousing sites.
• Career development opportunities within a large organisation.

How to Prepare

For Nigerians and other African immigrants looking to secure this Facilities Manager role in the UK, it’s crucial to present a CV tailored to UK standards, highlighting your experience in a way that resonates with British employers. Emphasise any transferable skills from your previous roles, particularly those related to hard and soft services, project management, and compliance, even if your prior experience wasn't in the UK. Ensure your LinkedIn profile is updated and optimised with keywords relevant to facilities management in the UK.

Given the Construction category, any certifications or professional registrations in facilities management, health and safety (like NEBOSH or IOSH), or relevant engineering fields should be prominently featured. Always be prepared to provide professional references. While this role prefers UK-based applicants, demonstrating a clear understanding of UK facilities regulations and a strong, adaptable skillset can make your application stand out if you need to enquire about eligibility.

• Update your CV to a UK format, focusing on quantifiable achievements in facilities and project management.
• Highlight any UK-recognised professional qualifications or certifications in facilities management or health & safety.
• Prepare a compelling cover letter that addresses the company’s needs and your specific experience, even if you are enquiring about eligibility.
• Ensure your LinkedIn profile is professional and showcases your expertise to UK recruiters.
• Be ready to discuss your right-to-work status clearly and concisely if you are not a UK resident.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship is NOT advertised for this Facilities Manager position. The employer explicitly prefers UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work in the UK. Foreign applicants who do not currently reside in the UK or lack existing right-to-work may still apply, but should confirm their eligibility directly with the employer before proceeding too far with the application.