Facilities Manager

About Søstrene Grene:

At Søstrene Grene we work to enrich everyday life with aesthetic designs, creativity, joy and ‘hygge’ – a special state of contentment, warmth and belonging to the present. Søstrene Grene is a family-owned, Danish retail chain, and our stores offer a wide range of interior design, hobby articles, stationery, food and so much more.

Are you eager to join an exciting and rapidly growing company? Do you want to play a key role in building a strong foundation for our stores across the UK?

Do you have a passion for ensuring that our entire value chain runs smoothly? And creating exceptional experiences for our customers? If you thrive in taking responsibility while being hands-on, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact with us.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a Business Partner with key stakeholders across the UK and Ireland, advising, supporting and educating our teams
• Oversee the infrastructure and technical equipment (including electricity, elevators, glass or roller shutter, alarm/fire safety systems, balers, kitchen and stock equipment) across UK stores, ensuring functionality, safety, and compliance
• Manage utilities setup, administration, and billing coordination, including energy efficiency initiatives
• Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance, inspections, and legally required servicing
• Administer third-party supplier accounts and monitor contractor performance (such as G4S Cash Solutions & PHS Washroom Services)
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, service agreements, and compliance documentation
• Support store openings, refurbishments, and capital projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders
• Ensure health and safety compliance, including RAMS, permit-to-work processes, and COSHH documentation
• Monitor budgets and support financial planning for maintenance and minor capital works
• Lead the delivery of hard facilities services, including mechanical, electrical, and building systems
• Drive continuous improvement and contribute to sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives

Travelling to new and existing stores to be a part of new openings and re-buildings in collaboration with Area Managers and Project Managers.

 About you

• Proven experience in facilities or maintenance management, ideally across retail multi-site locations
• Practical, solutions-focused, and confident managing day-to-day issues and repairs
• Reliable and organised, with the ability to manage multiple sites and tasks effectively
• Comfortable working hands-on and in a supervisory capacity
• Strong background in hard services, with solid knowledge of health & safety and statutory compliance
• Experienced in project management and well-versed in electrical systems and devices
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills
• Proactive, service-minded, and adaptable in fast-paced environments
• Confident using digital tools and software to support facilities operations

Practical Information

Working hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: DOE with an additional car allowance

Workplace: Manchester Office with travel as and when required

Start date: Asap

Are you ready to join and support our Sisters?

At Søstrene Grene, we call each other “Sisters” regardless of gender as Søstrene Grene means The Grene Sisters. 
You’ll be in contact with many different Sisters in your work, and it’s your responsibility to provide excellent service and professional guidance. You’ll be a strong representative of our Sisterhood, which is all about helping each other, showing respect, and standing together in what we do.

Recruitment Process
Please upload your CV with a cover letter and any relevant documents as soon as possible. We conduct interviews on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to close the advertisement once we’ve found the right candidates.

If you have questions about the position, feel free to contact Jannie Øllgaard Bach, Head of Store Design at jannie.bach@sostrenegrene.com

Please note that the email address is for job-related questions only, and all application documents must be uploaded via our recruitment system.