Facilities Manager – Operations & Health & Safety

About the role

Central Hall Westminster is seeking a Facilities Manager – Operations / Health and Safety to ensure the smooth, safe and compliant operation of its historic venue. You will oversee day‑to‑day facilities activities, manage contractors, and support major events while maintaining high standards of health and safety.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily facilities operations, maintenance activities and project delivery across the venue.
• Manage contractor performance, service partners and supplier relationships to ensure high‑quality service.
• Lead health and safety compliance, incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee budgets, risk assessments, method statements and ensure adherence to building regulations.

Required profile

• Proven experience in facilities management or a similar role within a busy, multi‑use environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to build effective relationships with trustees, tenants, event teams and external partners.
• Proactive problem‑solver who balances operational demands with customer service, compliance and safety requirements.

Required skills

• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, building regulations, environmental standards, risk assessments and method statements.
• Proficiency with facilities management software and tools.
• Qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH.

What we offer

• Private medical insurance and generous pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, paid birthday leave and enhanced family leave.
• Life assurance, group income protection and enhanced sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme, volunteering days and discounts at the in‑house café.