Reach plc
Facilities Manager (Newspaper Printing)
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Facilities Manager (Newspaper Printing)
Reach – Facilities Manager, Strategic & Technical Operations
About Reach
Hello, we’re Reach. Every day, our trusted news, stories, and content connect with millions of people around the world—whether on their social feeds, neighbourhood newsstands, or through hyper-local communities. With more than 120 brands, from national publications like The Mirror, Express, Daily Star, Daily Record, and US-based Irish Star, to iconic titles like MyLondon, BelfastLive, and Manchester Evening News, we are Britain and Ireland’s largest commercial news publisher.
Reaching around 70% of the UK’s online population, 10% of the US online audience, and engaging over 100 million global social followers, we thrivingly connect people to stories that matter to them—who they are, where they live, and what they love.
About the Role
As a modern media organisation, Reach taps into a broad variety of voices and disciplines to enrich its audiences. We value individuality and diverse perspectives, focusing on:
- Creating a supportive workplace where every background is respected.
- Providing flexibility to build a career that aligns smoothly with individual aspirations while fostering growth. You’ll have the chance to shape a meaningful career on your terms, all while leaving an impact through world-class storytelling and operational excellence.
Job Description
What the Role Involves
Experience in a fast-paced, 24/7 FMCG environment is essential.
Strategic Evolution
- Conduct a comprehensive situational audit of the current printing facility.
- Evaluate and transform existing Facilities Management (FM) workflows with actionable recommendations.
- Align long-term asset care strategies and space utilisation with future manufacturing objectives.
Technical Operations & Maintenance
- Lead a robust Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule, prioritising critical manufacturing plant, high-volume machinery, and building infrastructure to minimise downtime.
- Oversee the 24-hour reliability of all utility systems (Gas, Electric, Water) and specialised printing infrastructure.
- Monitor energy consumption to identify and implement high-impact cost-saving and carbon-reduction initiatives.
- Direct the upkeep of buildings, roofing, and external grounds to maintain professional and functional standards.
Commercial & Vendor Management
- Lead procurement and tendering processes for service contracts, ensuring adherence to strict SLAs and maximising ROI.
- Oversee all external vendors, guaranteeing 24/7 emergency support and full compliance with site safety protocols.
- Hold full Profit & Loss (P&L) accountability for the facilities budget, ensuring financial transparency and efficient resource allocation.
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Compliance, Safety & Leadership
- Maintain 100% audit readiness across all UK health and safety (H&S) legislation, including Fixed Wire, Gas Safety, Fire Suppression, and PAT testing.
- Author and review detailed Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) while spearheading site-level emergency preparedness and incident response strategies.
- Mentor and lead the FM team, embedding a culture of operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Technical & Operational
- Mandatory: Experience in a 24/7 fast-paced FMCG environment.
- Asset lifecycle management.
- Expertise in utility systems.
- Familiarity with UK statutory compliance and safety documentation.
- Energy and sustainability oversight.
- Systems maintenance.
Commercial & Administrative
- Proven procurement and tendering capabilities.
- Budgets management.
- Contractor liaison.
Key Behaviours
- Safety-First Mindset – Commitment to uncompromising UK H&S standards with proactive risk elimination.
- Operational Resilience – Ability to remain calm and decisive amid crises or equipment failures.
- Analytical Thinking – Leveraging real-time maintenance and utility data to drive savings.
- Leadership & Mentorship – Cultivating a supportive, improvement-focused team culture.
- Strategic Alignment – Aligning FM goals with operational future-proofing.
- Accountability – Ensuring statutory audit readiness and operational performance integrity.
Key Responsibilities Overview
| Domain | Key Requirements |
|---|---|
| Strategic Oversight | Aligning facilities with long-term manufacturing objectives. |
| Maintenance Planning | PPM strategy, utility reliability, and sustainability initiatives. |
| Vendor & Contractor Management | Service SLAs and site safety compliance. |
| Financial Oversight | Scrutinised P&L transparency in facilities budgeting. |
| Regulatory & Safety | Full UK statutory compliance, audit readiness. |
| Team Leadership | Mentoring, risk management, and fostering safety culture. |
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Benefits & Rewards
By joining Reach, you gain a range of comprehensive support initiatives:
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Generous Holiday Allowance: Standard 25 days per year, plus an additional day after 3, 5, and 10 years with the company. Cash bonuses are available to purchase extra days off.
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Community & Personal Holidays: An extra paid leave day each year to volunteer based on your community values or causes.
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Life Moments Matter: Big Moment Day (paid leave for major personal events like weddings, home relocations, or welcoming a new family member/husband).
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Annual Incentive Scheme: Participate in Reach’s success-matching bonuses, where you earn a share in corporate profits.
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Pension Contribution: 100% employer match (up to 6% of your salary), with a simple salary-sacrifice plan for additional contributions.
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Flexible Family Policies: Modern support for families, including progressive parental leave and inclusive work-life balance initiatives.
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Healthcare Cash Plan: Access bonus funds for medical expenses and expedited healthcare appointments.
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Car Lease Scheme: Off-market access to electric/hybrid cars via employee salary sacrifice.
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Wellbeing Assistance: 24/7 helplines, support networks for employees and their families.
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Lifestyle Discounts: Access to 15% reductions on items at the Reach Sou своему market, Yimbly (from homewares to beauty products).
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Interest-Free Loans: For season tickets, tech, or other work-life expenses.
Note: Applicants do not need to fulfil every criteria. We prioritise potential, passion, and diverse perspectives. These qualities enrich our teams and help us better serve a global audience.
Company Commitment
- Equality & Inclusion: A fair recruitment process free of discrimination by age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
- Diversity Collectively Strengthened: By welcoming varied life experiences, we empower teams to respond better to the audiences we serve.
Job Details
- Contract: Permanent
- Location: Oldham
- Division: Production
- Department: Services & Facilities
- Compensation: GBP 60,000 – GBP 65,000 per annum, subject to market discernment.
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