Reach plc
Facilities Manager (Newspaper Printing)
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Facilities Manager (Newspaper Printing)
Facilities Manager | Reach
About Reach
Hello, we’re Reach. Every day, our trusted news, stories, and content connect with millions of people:
- Through social feeds and neighbourhood newsstands
- Via local communities and hot-topic discussions
- In the UK, Ireland, and the US—from household names (Mirror, Express, Daily Star, Daily Record) to local brands like MyLondon, BelfastLive, Manchester Evening News, and Irish Star
Understanding people and their passions drives us to be Britain and Ireland’s largest commercial news publisher, reaching: ✔ 70% of the UK’s online population ✔ 10% of the US’s online population ✔ Over 100 million social followers worldwide
Why Work with Us?
As a modern media organisation, we’re more than news. We thrive on diverse talents and perspectives to serve our audiences, customers, and communities while creating a culture where every story—and every person—matters.
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The Role: Facilities Manager
At Reach, we’re transforming our operations. As part of this mission, you’ll bridge strategic vision, technical expertise, and day-to-day leadership within our printing facilities.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Evolution
- Operational Diagnostic: Conduct a full situational audit of our current printing facility—identifying strengths, bottlenecks, and gaps.
- Process Transformation: Assess and optimize Facilities Management (FM) workflows, proposing and implementing high-impact improvements.
- Strategic Asset & Space Planning: Ensure our long-term asset care and facility layout align with future manufacturing goals.
Technical Operations & Maintenance
- Plant & Machinery: Develop and oversee a robust Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule for all critical printing equipment, ensuring 24/7 reliability.
- Utilities Management: Maintain gas, electricity, water, and specialized printing infrastructure—from boiler systems to chillers—with zero downtime.
- Energy Efficiency: Monitor consumption to identify and execute cost-saving and carbon-reduction initiatives, reducing our environmental footprint.
- Building Care: Lead general maintenance of facility structures, roofing, and external grounds to ensure a safe, functional, and professional site.
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Commercial & Vendor Management
- Procurement & Tendering: Lead RFPs, negotiations, and contract execution for FM services—maximizing ROI while adhering to strict SLAs.
- Contractor Oversight: Manage external vendors, guaranteeing 24/7 emergency response and full compliance with safety protocols.
- Financial Control: Hold full P&L responsibility for the Facilities budget, ensuring accurate reporting and cost-effective resource allocation.
Compliance & Leadership
- Legislative Rigor: Maintain 100% audit readiness for all UK Health & Safety (H&S) regulations, including Fixed Wire, Gas, Fire Suppression, and PAT testing.
- Risk Management: Author Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS), and lead emergency/incident protocols.
- Team Leadership:
- Mentor and unify the FM team with a culture of excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Foster a resilient, adaptive facilities workforce capable of handling 24/7 operational demands.
Technical Focus Areas
Essential experience includes all criteria below:
- Working in a fast-paced 24/7 FMCG environment
- Asset lifecycle management (Equipment procurement, maintenance, retirements)
- Utility systems expertise (HVAC, piping, sprinklers, etc.)
- Statutory compliance (Audits, certifications, licensing)
- Energy & sustainability (Efficiency audits, PAS 2060 certifications)
- Systems maintenance (Power generation, climate control, water systems)
- Commercial administration (Budgeting, tendering, vendor relationships)
Key Behaviours & Qualities
We seek a high-impact leader who:
- Prioritizes safety above all—commitment to UK H&S standards with proactive risk mitigation.
- Delivers under pressure—remains calm, adaptive, and decisive during incidents, machinery failures, or emergencies.
- Drives improvement through data—analyzes utilities & maintenance logs to spot trends, improve reliability, and cut costs.
- Inspires growth—leaders who mentor, engage, and foster a culture of excellence within their teams.
- Adapts to bigger goals—can transcend daily tasks to align facilities with long-term business objectives (manufacturing, sustainability, expansion).
- Owns accountability—ensures 100% statutory readiness and production environment integrity.
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Benefits
Because we value every story—and every employee—we’re COMMITTED TO YOUR SUCCESS, WELL-BEING, AND CAREER GROWTH.
Work-Life Balance
- 25 days holiday (plus extra days after 3, 5, and 10 years of service).
- Flexible holiday savings scheme—buy extra paid leave if needed.
- Charity Time: Up to an extra day’s paid leave annually to volunteer for a cause near to your heart.
- "Big Moment Days": Paid time off for life milestones—weddings, house purchases, new additions (human or animal!).
Financial Rewards
- Profit-sharing bonus scheme—earn more based on company success.
- Pension boost: We match 100% of your contributions (up to 6%) with voluntary salary sacrifice flexibility.
Supportive Policies
- Progressive leave policies: Includes enhanced family leave and flexibility for carers.
- Flexible working: Speak to us about phased returns, remote options, or alternative schedules—what works best for you.
Health & Wellbeing
- Healthcare cash plan: Reimburses medical expenses and provides fast-track doctor appointments.
- 24/7 employee assistance—support for personal and familial challenges.
Convenience & Savings
- Car lease scheme: Access brand-new electric/hybrid cars via salary sacrifice.
- Discounts: Save at Yimbly (Reach’s marketplace), gyms, tech, beauty, and more.
- Interest-free loans: Available for season tickets, electronic devices, etc.
Why Apply?
Life is too short for limitations—especially at Reach. ✔ At our core, we believe every background creates value. ✔ potential and diversity fuel better stories—and better teams. ✔ We strive for inclusivity, where everyone brings fresh perspectives to both their work and our audiences.
Reach is an equal opportunities employer. We actively welcome applications from: ✔ People of all ages & backgrounds ✔ Aspirations and entrepreneurs ✔ Creatives, strategists & hands-on leaders ✔ Candidates from every demographic—age, disability, gender, ethnicity, faith, sexuality, and beyond.
If we’re fully for each other—not just this role, we can build something meaningful together.
Excited—but don’t meet every criteria? No need to hesitate. Applications from passionate innovators are always welcome. 🚀
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