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The Facilities Manager will oversee the maintenance, compliance, and day-to-day management of our diverse estate. Working closely with Estates, Operations, Marina Managers and tenants, you will coordinate reactive repairs, planned maintenance programmes, and ensure statutory compliance across the portfolio. This role is ideal for someone with experience in building or facilities management, confident in instructing and managing contractors, and comfortable working across a large geographical area. The role is Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

The role will include but not limited to:

Maintenance & Repairs

• Manage planned and reactive maintenance programmes, with a focus on building fabric.
• Instruct and oversee contractors for minor works.
• Ensure timely resolution of maintenance issues across the estate.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full statutory compliance, including asbestos management, electrical testing (NICEIC), boiler and lift servicing, legionella control, and fire risk assessments.
• Conduct risk assessments and regular safety audits.
• Maintain accurate compliance records within the FM system.

Contractor & Supplier Management

• Procure, tender and manage suppliers and contractors to deliver effective services.
• Monitor performance to ensure quality, safety and value for money.

Financial Management

• Assist in preparing and managing maintenance budgets.
• Track expenditure, forecasts and contribute to monthly P&L reviews.
• Drive cost efficiency across contracts and projects.

Tenant & Stakeholder Relations

• Act as the first point of contact for tenants regarding small works and facility-related matters.
• Provide clear, responsive communication to resolve queries and maintain positive relationships.

Systems & Process Development

• Support the mobilisation and implementation of the new FM system Infraspeak.
• Ensure all data, compliance documentation and maintenance records are kept up to date.

The key requirements for this role are but not limited to:

• Enthusiastic and friendly with a flexible and positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Self-motivated and able to work without supervision.
• Sound awareness of basic health and safety in the workplace.
• Confident use of IT systems.
• Good practical boating skills/qualifications (not essential but an advantage)
• Educated to at least GCSE level or equivalent
• Proven experience in building or facilities management, ideally within an industrial or commercial estate.

There is also full on-job training leading to industry-recognised qualifications. MDL Marinas are an equal-opportunities employer. For information on how we will handle your application, you can view the Company’s full privacy notice on our website via this link.

To apply, please click the ‘apply now’ button using the Post ID reference TYC25/2614.

Closing Date: Monday 5th January 2026.

The role will include but not limited to:

• Group sales, sales strategy, product development, customer loyalty schemes, CRM and marketing. This includes group annual berthing sales performance and targeting new annual berth holders from our competitors.
• Management of enquiry generation, management and sales conversion.
• Leading the marketing team and the Marina Managers in sales matters as they have ultimate responsibility for marina berth sales.
• Providing the Executive team and the Board with meaningful sales performance KPI’s by marina and by product.
• Driving the commercial property sales process and actively pursuing new high value tenants to our business.
• Monitoring weekly sales performance, reviewing performance on a granular basis and making changes that create positive net sales growth as a result.
• Working with the Managing Director and other department heads on business development areas such as MDL Holiday Parks and UK management contracts.
• Development and presentation to the MDL Board of a long-term sales strategy for the business, encompassing core revenue (annual berthing, marina services, rental income) and other income streams and with a specific reference to the competitive environment.
• You will review competitor pricing and make recommendations to the MDL Board on pricing strategy during the budgeting process and as and when required.

The key requirements for this role are but not limited to:

• Sales – You are responsible and accountable for core group sales performance within the areas that you can influence. You are responsible (alongside the Operations Director) for the marina’s adherence to the established sales process and the accuracy of Key Performance data.
• Marketing – You are responsible and accountable for all of MDL’s marketing and PR activities and marketing budgets.
• Customer Service – You will place all our customers at the centre of all our business practices ensuring you and your team provide outstanding customer care at all points of contact.
• Brand – To operate in accordance with MDL’s Brand Pillars (Innovation, Pride and Experience) and principles (Warm and Friendly, Safe and Secure, Prompt and Efficient, Clean and Tidy).
• Competition – Monitor direct competitor performance and strategy and incorporate responses within the overall MDL sales and marketing strategy.
• Health & Safety and Environmental Compliance - To ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with the Company Health & Safety Policy and that all Risk Assessments, method statements and operating procedures are understood and adhered to.
• QMS - Deliver sales and operational process and systems in accordance with the quality management systems as laid down Marina Regulations and company procedures and policies are adhered to always.
• Direct Reports/Team – All dealings with team members are carried out professionally, politely, and respectfully.
• Project Management – To deliver projects and objectives professionally and on time always considering the impact of your decisions on the business commercially, operations and the brand.
• Administration – To accurately and diligently manage the administration associated with your role.

There is also full on-job training leading to industry-recognised qualifications. MDL Marinas are an equal-opportunities employer. For information on how we will handle your application, you can view the Company’s full privacy notice on our website via this link.

To apply, please click the ‘apply now’ button using the Post ID reference TYC25/2612.

Closing Date: Monday 5th January 2026.