Facilities Manager

Boden Group are partnering on a retained search for a Facilities Manager to join a fast-moving biotech business based in central Oxford. This is not your typical “keep the lights on” FM role. The business operates from one premises, but do not let that fool you, this is a small site with plenty of moving parts, including CL2 lab space, specialist equipment, critical plant, compliance, contractors, audits, workplace operations and Health & Safety.

It is a brilliant opportunity for a proactive Facilities Manager who enjoys variety, ownership and being close to the action. The role You will take ownership of facilities operations across a busy office and laboratory environment, with the role sitting around 60% Health & Safety and 40% Facilities Management . You will be responsible for keeping the workplace safe, compliant, well-run and ready for whatever the business throws at it next.

What you will be doing Managing day-to-day facilities across office and lab space. Leading site Health & Safety, including audits, risk assessments, records and compliance activity. Coordinating planned and reactive maintenance, especially around critical lab-related equipment.

Managing contractors, suppliers and outsourced maintenance providers. Working closely with People, Lab Support, IT, Finance and senior leadership. Supporting workplace improvements, internal events, business continuity and operational projects.

Keeping documentation, licences and compliance records audit-ready. What we are looking for You do not need to be an engineer or scientist, but you do need to be comfortable working in a technical environment and knowing when to bring in specialist support. The ideal person will bring (not all essential): Facilities Management experience within biotech, pharma, diagnostics, R&D, labs or another technical environment is preffered.

Strong Health & Safety knowledge, ideally with a NEBOSH Certificate . Experience managing contractors, suppliers, PPM, reactive works and compliance records. Confidence advising senior stakeholders on FM and H&S matters.

A calm, proactive and adaptable approach when priorities change quickly. The ability to manage multiple moving parts without losing sight of the detail. The package Salary: Circa £55,000 - £60,000, depending on experience Location: Central Oxford Working pattern: Typically four days on site and one from home, with flexibility required Out-of-hours work: Occasional planned supplier or maintenance activity, with time off in lieu If you like Facilities with a bit of chemistry, this could be the one.

Boden Group are managing this vacancy as a retained partnership search , with all applications handled confidentially by our specialist FM recruitment team.