Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager – Site Operations (Biotech/Pharma)

Granta Park, Cambridge

Are you feeling like just another cog in the machine? If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, drive improvements, and be valued for your expertise, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

We are looking for a Facilities Manager who thrives in biotech environments, understands the complexities of lab operations, and wants to build something exceptional - not just maintain the status quo.

Why Make the Move?

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• Your ideas matter – We are not here to tick boxes; we want fresh thinking to make our labs & facilities run at their best.
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• Cutting-edge environment – Work in a state-of-the-art R&D centre at the heart of Cambridge’s science cluster.
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• Be a key player, not just a caretaker – This isn’t about passive maintenance; you will lead projects, improve processes, and help shape the future of the facilities.
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What You Will Be Doing:

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• Overseeing lab & office spaces – Managing building systems, lab infrastructure, and equipment servicing (including CL II hoods, centrifuges, incubators, pipette clinic etc).
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• Ensuring compliance & safety as well as working collaboratively with the H & S Manager to conduct audits & inspections.
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• Leading a team – Managing a team of Facilities Assistant & Lab Support Technicians, ensuring things like lab consumables & equipment servicing, run smoothly.
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• Managing vendors & budgets – Securing cost-effective contracts and high service levels.
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• Driving sustainability – Implementing energy-saving initiatives and environmental improvements.
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• Planning refurbishments & fit-outs – Hands-on involvement in lab/office builds and upgrades.
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What We Need From You:

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• Facilities management experience in biotech, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences, with lab support expertise covering Hard & Soft Services and managing whole building services, not just in a managed building.
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• Demonstrable knowledge of building systems, lab equipment servicing, and compliance (H&S, CD, GMO, HTA licenses).
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• Strong leadership skills, able to motivate teams and drive improvements.
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• Experience with refurbishments, lab/office fit-outs, and optimising workspaces.
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• Practiced in vendor management, budgeting & contract negotiation
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What’s in It for You?

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• Competitive salary dependent on experience
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• Discretionary bonus scheme
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• Eligible for grants of restricted stock unit grants.
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• 26 days holiday + bank holidays + option to buy more.
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• Private medical (for you & your family)
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• Cash plan for dental & optical reimbursement
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• Subsidised gym membership & wellbeing initiatives.
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• Income protection to cover long term absences due to ill health
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• 4x basic salary life cover.
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Interested? Let's talk. Even if your CV isn't up to date, reach out for a chat - you might be exactly who we're looking for.