Assistant Facilities Manager

Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

Ready to manage the infrastructure that keeps a business-critical scientific HPC data centre online 24/7?

As Assistant Facilities Manager (AFM) you will occupy a senior operational leadership role within the site facilities structure, providing advanced electrical authority, operational leadership, and strategic facilities management responsibility.

This role requires participation in the on-call rota to support critical facilities infrastructure.

Acting as a deputy to the Facilities Manager in operational and technical areas, you will be responsible for supporting delivery of technical governance, operational performance, financial control, and the delivery of infrastructure projects within our business-critical data centre environment.

The role operates within a defined governance framework, with strategic oversight and final accountability retained by the Facilities Manager. It goes beyond supervision and requires the ability to lead the function, influence decision-making, manage budgets, and deliver complex programmes of work.

In addition to core facilities responsibilities, you will also provide cross-functional support into the Logistics and Procurement functions. You will be expected to step in to support and, where required, lead both Facilities and Logistics operations in the absence of the Facilities Manager, ensuring continuity of operational delivery across site services, material flow, and supply chain activities. The role also offers scope to support data alignment and reporting, working alongside the Data Management team to ensure accurate, meaningful data is captured across Facilities and Logistics operations.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND, or equivalent)

• Strong experience in leading operational teams

• Significant experience in managing contractors and vendors

• Health & Safety Compliance (ISO45001)

• Security (ISO27001)

• IOSH Managing Safely / NEBOSH certification

• Experience with CAFM systems, compliance tools, and performance reporting

• Wider technical competence across cooling systems, BMS, and mechanical plant

• Formal project management exposure (PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent experience)

Desirable

• Previous experience in a Assistant Facilities Manager or equivalent leadership role

• Exposure to warehouse/logistics systems or inventory management tools 

• Experience working with data reporting, dashboards, or operational performance metrics 

• Interest or experience in data analysis and data management alignment across operational teams

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to work across multiple operational functions and manage competing priorities

• Proven experience as an HV/LV Authorised Person (or readiness to step into full AP responsibility)

• Demonstrable experience in a critical environment (data centre, HPC, or high-availability infrastructure)

• Change management

• Delivering infrastructure or engineering projects

• Proven ability to manage budgets, track costs, and influence financial decisions

• Strong understanding of risk management in mission-critical environments.

Why work with us?

• Full time, on site.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Highly attractive bonus scheme

• Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases

• Company pension with generous employer contribution

• Wellbeing Unmind app – puts you in control of your mental health

• A flexible benefits platform with numerous discount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and much more!

• Regular social club events, spontaneous reward events throughout the year

• Cycle purchase scheme

• Flexible Private Medical & Dental care programmes

• Bank Holiday Swap - our holiday swap program allows you to change it for another day of your choice!

• Buy & Sell Holiday Programme - you can buy extra holiday, sell unused holiday or even save it up!

• Relaxed dress code policy

• Onsite Gym Facilities

Learning and Development

Our culture of learning and complementary approach to supported or self-guided career development, enables the design of tailored courses to suit specific needs our employees to aid personal growth in areas related to technical, commercial and personal skills, via an extensive suite of Viridien developed courses, managed through our own Learning Hub.

We Care about the Environment

We encourage and actively support a strong sense of community, through volunteering and various company initiatives, as well as a strong company commitment to protecting our environment through sustainable solutions, energy saving and waste reduction enterprises.

Our Hiring Process

At Viridien, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.

We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.