Facilities Lead

 

Based - Ashford, Kent, TN24 0LU 

Salary - £36,000 - £46,000 per annum  

Shifts - Days (with flexibility required) 

    Make a Real Impact. Lead Change. Raise Standards.   We’re looking for a confident and forward-thinking Facilities Lead who is ready to take ownership, challenge the status quo, and make a tangible difference across our site. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a role where you won’t just maintain standards — you’ll raise them, driving improvements in compliance, performance, and workplace experience. If you thrive on responsibility, enjoy influencing others, and want to build a safer, more efficient environment, this role is for you.   The Role   As Facilities Lead, you’ll lead the delivery and governance of both hard and soft facilities management services, ensuring the site is safe, compliant, and operating at its best. Working closely with engineering and site leadership teams, you will provide independent oversight and constructive challenge — ensuring all facilities and engineering activities meet statutory requirements while continuously improving performance. You’ll play a key role in shaping the environment and culture on-site, helping create a workplace that people are proud to be part of.   What You’ll Be Doing   Driving Performance & Standards

• Own and develop Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programmes
• Monitor asset performance and lead reliability improvements
• Ensure all building systems and infrastructure are compliant, efficient, and well-maintained

  Leading Facilities Services

• Oversee delivery of both hard services (HVAC, utilities, building systems) and soft services (security, grounds, workplace services)
• Manage supplier and contractor performance through KPIs, audits, and reviews
• Continuously improve workplace standards and colleague experience

  Owning Compliance & Governance

• Act as the site lead for facilities compliance and statutory requirements
• Maintain permits, RAMS, and certification to audit standards
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring a safe, controlled working environment

  Driving Efficiency & Sustainability

• Monitor and improve utilities performance (energy, water, air)
• Lead initiatives to reduce cost, improve efficiency, and support sustainability goals

  Influencing & Leading Change

• Challenge existing practices and drive continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships across teams and stakeholders
• Promote a culture of ownership, accountability, and high standards

  What We’re Looking For   We’re looking for someone who is:  

• Confident and proactive — willing to challenge and improve the way things are done
• Driven to succeed — motivated by making a visible difference
• A natural leader — able to influence, engage, and bring others with you
• Highly organised — comfortable managing multiple priorities

  Essential Experience

• Experience managing facilities or contractor services from a manufacturing background (food would be ideal!)
• Strong influencing and communication skills
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety systems and compliance
• Ability to operate effectively across all levels of an organisation

  Why Join Us?   This is more than a facilities role — it’s an opportunity to:

• Own and shape the site environment
• Drive real, visible change
• Work alongside a collaborative leadership team
• Develop and grow your career

  If you’re someone who sees opportunities where others see problems, and you’re ready to make your mark — we want to hear from you.  

Benefits and Perks

 

• Salary up to £46,000 per annum
• 25 day’s annual leave and 8 bank holidays
• Contributory pension up to 7.5%, plus life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and occupational health support
• Sharesave scheme
• Company shop
• Online retail discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free on‑site parking and strong transport links 

 

 

 

 

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. 

We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.  

 

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