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Operations Director - Facilities Management | Midlands | Up to £73,000 + Company Car / Allowance + Comprehensive Benefits

The Opportunity

Are you a results-driven leader with a passion for developing high-performing teams and building lasting client relationships?

The Civils & Infrastructure  Team at Ford & Stanley Group are proud to partner with one of the world's leading Facilities Management specialists,  in their search for an Operations Director – Total Facilities Management.

This is a unique opportunity to lead Total Facilities Management (TFM) contracts nationally, focusing on strategic growth, client development, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of success within the FM sector and will inspire their team to deliver excellence in service and results.

The company is ideally seeking someone Midlands-based to oversee a geographically diverse portfolio of contracts, the majority of which are within this region.

Key Responsibilities:

Shape strategy: Provide leadership across high-value FM contracts, driving growth and innovation.
Build relationships: Collaborate with clients to develop trust and long-term partnerships.
Achieve excellence: Ensure contracts meet financial and operational goals, delivering exceptional value.
What’s in it for you?

This role comes with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth, including:

Competitive salary of up to £73,000 + car OR car allowance.
Bupa Healthcare and CRISP Pension Scheme.
Non-contractual bonus scheme.
Access to exclusive discounts and financial wellbeing programmes.
Recognition awards, ongoing development pathways, both nationally, and internationally and more!
Candidate Requirements:

Extensive of senior management experience in Facilities Management, with an emphasis on Soft Services (Cleaning, Security, Catering)
Strong financial and commercial acumen, with a proven track record of growing and retaining business.
Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships.
Relevant qualifications: SIA Non-Frontline License (or ability to qualify) and IOSH/NEBOSH accreditation (or working towards).
A full UK driving license and flexibility for national travel.
How the apply for the Operations Director – Facilities Management role

If you are interested in this role, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Consultant listed on this page.

Likely Job Titles: Facilities Manager, Facilities Operations Manager, Operations Director, Regional Facilities Manager, National Facilities Manager, Facilities Contract Manager

About Ford & Stanley Group:

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.

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