Regional Facilities Manager

About Legends Global Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality. We take a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate worldwide. Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win... we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. About the Role As Regional Facilities Manager, you’ll lead and inspire regional FM teams in our AO Arena and Bridgewater Hall venues to keeping them safe, compliant and operating at their best. This role is critical in ensuring our facilities are safe, efficient, and aligned with the dynamic needs of a fast-paced events business. You will oversee all aspects of facilities, including maintenance, compliance, vendor relationships, and space planning, while supporting the delivery of exceptional event experiences. What we can offer Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our People to experience that too- enjoy access to discounted tickets to unleash your superfan for all your favourites. You will work hard at Legends Global , but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy. A healthy contribution of 5% Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list. Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield ; Legends Global will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children. We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace. We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join Legends Global you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require. Pedal your way to a greener, healthier commute—join our Cycle to Work scheme and turn every ride into a win for you and the planet Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team Key Responsibilities: Provide expert and technical leadership in mechanical, electrical and building services, setting high standards for customer care, safety and compliance. Ensuring statutory, health & safety and critical systems compliance , including HVAC, electrical, gas, water, fire safety and refrigeration, promoting a strong safety culture supported by IOSH/NEBOSH best practice. Managing maintenance and capital works programmes , overseeing planned and reactive maintenance, small capital projects, work request prioritisation, and ensuring delivery through in‑house teams and approved contractors. Driving performance, people and capability , monitoring team and contractor performance, maintaining appropriate staffing levels, developing skills and accreditation, and acting as the subject matter expert to venue teams. Controlling budgets, contracts and stakeholders , procuring and managing contractors to SLAs/KPIs, supporting budget setting and cost control, and building strong relationships with venue leaders, event teams and external partners. We are looking for someone with: Strong facilities management expertise , ideally in retail, events, hospitality or entertainment, with a solid understanding of building systems, compliance and health & safety standards. Recognised professional credentials , including IOSH Managing Safely and IWFM membership, with NEBOSH and higher‑level IWFM qualifications as added strengths. Proven leadership and project delivery skills , able to organise complex workstreams, manage teams effectively and drive results in fast‑paced environments. Commercial and operational capability , with experience in budgeting, procurement, prioritisation and working flexibly around live event demands. Outstanding communication and personal qualities , combining professionalism, integrity and discretion with the ability to analyse situations quickly, influence stakeholders and present confidently at all levels. Recruitment Process Outlined: 1st Stage- 2nd Stage- Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and—where relevant to the role—a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role. Inclusive Workplace At Legends Global , we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one. We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.