ENVEA is one of the world's leading companies in the field of environmental and industrial instrumentation, analysis and measurement. Since it was founded in 1978, ENVEA has designed, manufactured and marketed equipment for the continuous measurement of ambient air, emissions and industrial processes, as well as data processing software. A true flagship of French Industry and a pioneer in technology, throughout it history ENVEA has placed environmental protection and sustainable innovation at the heart of the development of its measuring instruments, its startegy and its founding values
Location: Swavesey, Cambridgeshire
Salary: Up to £50,000, depending on experience
Travel: Occasional travel to other UK sites and customer locations
The Role
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to lead the strategic and operational management of ENVEA UK's facilities, infrastructure and vehicle fleet.
This is a varied, hands-on role with responsibility for ensuring our buildings, facilities and support services operate safely, efficiently and in accordance with business requirements and relevant legislation.
You will develop and implement the UK facilities management strategy, oversee maintenance programmes, contractors and service providers, manage fleet operations and support health, safety and environmental compliance across our UK locations.
Working closely with the Site Manager, UK QHSE Manager and wider Group teams, you will drive operational improvements, support sustainability objectives and ensure our facilities remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose.
Key Responsibilities
Facilities Management & Operations
- Develop and implement a facilities management strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Oversee the maintenance, operation and continuous improvement of UK buildings and infrastructure, including planned preventative and reactive maintenance.
- Manage contractors, suppliers, landlords and service providers, monitoring performance, contracts, service-level agreements and costs.
- Oversee building security, access control, fire alarm systems, cleaning, waste management and recycling arrangements.
- Ensure statutory inspections, maintenance records, certificates and facilities documentation are maintained accurately.
- Identify opportunities to improve workplace environments, space utilisation, operational efficiency and service delivery.
- Coordinate facilities-related improvements, office reorganisations and employee IT and telephony support, liaising with relevant Group teams.
Fleet Management
- Manage the UK company vehicle fleet, including company cars, pool vehicles and vans.
- Ensure vehicles are maintained, serviced and legally compliant.
- Monitor fleet costs, utilisation, asset records and maintenance schedules.
- Identify opportunities to improve fleet efficiency and reduce vehicle emissions.
Health, Safety & Business Continuity
- Work alongside the UK QHSE Manager to support health and safety compliance across UK sites.
- Support risk assessments, COSHH assessments, DSE assessments and the implementation of safe systems of work.
- Coordinate emergency response procedures, business continuity and disaster recovery arrangements.
- Support fire safety, first aid and health and safety committees.
- Assist with internal and external audits, site assessments and the implementation of corrective actions.
- Monitor compliance activities and support continuous QHSE improvement.
Environmental & Quality Management
- Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management system requirements.
- Work with UK and Group QHSE teams to monitor environmental performance and relevant KPIs.
- Promote sustainable working practices and identify opportunities to reduce waste, carbon emissions and environmental impact.
- Support CSR and ESG initiatives and environmental improvement projects.
- Maintain environmental records and provide documentation for audits and compliance reviews.
Projects & Continuous Improvement
- Lead and coordinate facilities projects, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
- Review existing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service delivery and cost effectiveness.
- Develop and maintain facilities policies and procedures, ensuring effective implementation.
- Undertake other reasonable duties and projects as required by management.
About You
You will be an experienced Facilities Management professional, ideally with a background in manufacturing and managing multi-site facilities.
You will combine strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach, demonstrating the ability to manage competing priorities, lead projects and build effective relationships with employees, management, contractors and external stakeholders.
You will be commercially aware, highly organised and confident taking ownership of responsibilities while driving continuous improvement.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- GCSEs in English and Mathematics (grades A–C or equivalent).
- IOSH qualification.
- Significant experience in facilities management, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience managing multi-site facilities, contractors and external service providers.
- Experience in contract management, supplier performance and service-level agreements.
- Strong knowledge of building maintenance, facilities operations and statutory compliance.
- Demonstrable project management, planning and organisational skills.
Desirable
- Membership or qualification through the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM/MIWFM).
- Experience supporting ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
- Experience in fleet management and sustainability or environmental improvement projects.
Skills & Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Excellent organisational, planning and administrative skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work confidently at all levels.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and experience using ERP systems.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and projects effectively.
- A collaborative approach, combined with the confidence to work independently and take ownership.
- Commercial awareness and a customer-focused approach to service delivery.
- Flexibility, resilience and the ability to adapt to changing business requirements.
- A commitment to high standards, accountability and continuous improvement.
Location & Travel
The role will be based at ENVEA UK's Head Office in Swavesey, Cambridgeshire, with occasional travel to other UK company locations and customer sites.
Diversity & Inclusion
This position is open to all qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities. ENVEA is committed to fostering diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates and assess them solely on merit, without discrimination based on sex, gender identity, age, race or ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Right to Work
Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK before employment commences.
Interested?
If you are an experienced Facilities Management professional looking for an opportunity to take ownership of a varied, multi-site role, we would like to hear from you.
Join ENVEA UK and play a key role in developing our facilities, improving operational performance and supporting our environmental and sustainability objectives.
