Steven Jones
Facilities Manager
Newport,Gwent
Summary
Results-driven Facilities Manager with expertise in asset and contractor management, facility maintenance, and risk mitigation. Experienced in project and people management, contract negotiation, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Knowledgeable in building services engineering and property management, with NEBOSH qualifications and CAD software proficiency. Focused on improving operational efficiency and advancing in facilities and asset management.
Overview
11
11
years of post-secondary education
37
37
years of professional experience
Work history
Facilities Manager
International Baccalaureate Organization (UK) Ltd
Cardiff
11.2021 - Current
- Senior Manager with responsibility for UK facility.
- Managed departmental budget at £2.5m per annum.
- Contract negotiation, procurement, implementation, and maintenance management across services.
- Directed daily activities and supervised, trained, and motivated team of 19 staff to optimise performance.
- Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
- Completed risk assessments and safety audits to support statutory compliance requirements & to maintain safe working environments.
- Performed risk assessments routinely to identify potential hazards.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans to extend equipment lifespan and reliability.
- Developed maintenance schedules to support optimal equipment performance and availability.
- Planned and coordinated preventative maintenance and reactive repairs for cost efficiency.
- Directed contractor activities to ensure timely repairs and reduce operational disruption.
- Monitored energy usage and implemented initiatives that led to reduced energy consumption and improved sustainability.
- Worked closely with suppliers to secure cost-effective services for ongoing delivery.
- Responded promptly to emergencies to minimise impact on operational continuity.
- Negotiated vendor contracts to secure cost savings and enhance procurement efficiency.
- Upskilled staff through targeted training opportunities, enhancing team capabilities.
- Created and reviewed disaster recovery and business continuity policies on ongoing basis.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, achieved significant cost savings.
Facilities Manager
S4C
Cardiff
09.2009 - 10.2021
- Senior Manager and reporting directly to CEO, had sole responsibility for all aspects of S4C's Facilities Management, covering four operational sites throughout Wales.
- Managed 24 direct staff and oversaw £3M annual budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
- Development, procurement, and implementation of maintenance contracts for both hard and soft services.
- Organised maintenance schedules for optimal equipment performance.
- Conducted regular risk assessments to maintain safe working environment.
- Monitored energy usage and implemented initiatives that supported sustainability goals.
- Developed and managed service charge budgets for 18 tenant suites, aligning costs with operational needs.
Contract Manager
Carillion Planned Maintenance
Cardiff
07.2005 - 08.2009
- Managed diverse contract portfolios, driving strategic initiatives to enhance business growth and profitability.
- Ensured compliance with all contract specified SLAs and KPIs; conducted site meetings and performed audits. Directed daily operations for 42 multi-skilled mobile engineers and 4 administrators, maintaining proper supervision, motivation and training.
- Contract tendering, preparation and submission of quotations for remedial and new works. Contract Profit and Loss accountability.
- Coordinated service delivery for 32 contracts in South Wales and Bristol, fostering strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and project alignment.
- Time management of all staff, submission of work sheets and compliance documentation, in order to allow for efficient invoicing.
- Submitted work-related Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
Senior Engineer
R-Tek Ltd
Merthyr Tydfil
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Designed and implemented customised maintenance strategies for continuous operation excellence.
- Diagnosed and resolved issues promptly through mechanical and electrical fault-finding exercises.
- Minimised machine failures through meticulous routine inspections.
- Developed comprehensive fault reports after every repair task, contributing to improved troubleshooting procedures.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of equipment maintenance activities and repairs.
- Managed spare part inventory effectively to minimise delays due to unavailability of necessary components.
- Responded to plant breakdowns and emergency callouts.
Senior Engineer
Atlantic Technology
Oakdale
01.1995 - 01.2002
- Designed and implemented customised maintenance strategies for continuous operation excellence, relevant to semiconductor industry.
- Diagnosed and resolved mechanical and electrical issues to ensure operational continuity.
- Minimised machine failures by conducting thorough routine inspections.
- Managed spare part inventory to reduce downtime from component unavailability.
- Handled breakdowns and emergency callouts in plant operations.
- Developed comprehensive fault reports after every repair task, contributing to improved troubleshooting procedures.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of equipment maintenance activities and repairs.
Senior Facilities Technician
AIWA (UK) Ltd
Newbridge
01.1992 - 01.1995
Electrical Apprentice
AB Electronics Ltd
Abercynon
01.1989 - 01.1992
Education
BTEC HNC - Building Services Engineering
University Of Glamorgan
Bridgend 01.2005 - 01.2007
BTEC HND - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
University Of Glamorgan
Pontypridd 01.1989 - 01.1991
BTEC OND - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
University Of Glamorgan
Pontypridd 01.1987 - 01.1989
O Levels - O Levels
Ysgol Gyfun Llanhari
Llanharry 01.1981 - 01.1986
Skills
- Facilities Management
- Service delivery
- Asset & Contractor Management
- Building & Maintenance Management
- Property Management
- Energy Management
- Service Planning & Implementation
- Contract Negotiation
- Building services engineering
- Fire Safety Regulation Compliance
- Building Services Engineering knowledge
- Vendor Management
- People Management
- Staff Supervision
- Contract procurement
Affiliations
- Member, Institution of Occupational Safety and Health - Tech IOSH
- Certified Member, Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management - CIWFM
- Member, Institute of Leadership & Management - MinstLM
- Member, Institution of Engineering & Technology - MIET
Specialist Training
- City & Guilds 2381 – 17th Edition Wiring Regulations
- City & Guilds 2391 – Inspection & Testing
- IOSH Managing Safely
- Confined Space Supervisor
- IPAF Powered Access Equipment
- City & Guilds BS2 Legionellosis: Hot & Cold Water Systems
- Understanding Facilities Management
- The Professional Facilities Manager, Module 1 & 2
- Energy Legislation
- Energy Management
- Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
- NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational health & Safety
- NEBOSH Fire Safety & Risk Management Certificate
Work preference
Work Type
Full timeLocation preference
On-siteRemoteHybridWork availability
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Languages
Welsh
Fluent
English
Fluent
Timeline
Facilities Manager
International Baccalaureate Organization (UK) Ltd
11.2021 - Current
Facilities Manager
S4C
09.2009 - 10.2021
Contract Manager
Carillion Planned Maintenance
07.2005 - 08.2009
BTEC HNC - Building Services Engineering
University Of Glamorgan
01.2005 - 01.2007
Senior Engineer
R-Tek Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2005
Senior Engineer
Atlantic Technology
01.1995 - 01.2002
Senior Facilities Technician
AIWA (UK) Ltd
01.1992 - 01.1995
BTEC HND - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
University Of Glamorgan
01.1989 - 01.1991
Electrical Apprentice
AB Electronics Ltd
01.1989 - 01.1992
BTEC OND - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
University Of Glamorgan
01.1987 - 01.1989
O Levels - O Levels
Ysgol Gyfun Llanhari
01.1981 - 01.1986