Catch 22 are working with a leading social care provider to recruit an experienced Regional Facilities Manager to oversee a portfolio of approximately 10 schools and children's residential homes across the Newcastle Region. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead on-site maintenance teams, as well as a mobile maintenance team across smaller sites.
• Oversee Capex and R&M budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with operational teams to align site requirements with budgets and service needs.
• Manage external contractors and suppliers, ensuring high-quality planned and reactive works.
• Support larger capital projects alongside the development team.
• Maintain safe, well-managed environments that directly impact service users’ wellbeing.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven multi-site estates/facilities management experience, from a care, education or retail setting would be advantageous.
• Strong project management experience from inception to completion.
• Skilled in managing contractors, schedules of works, and tender processes.
• Analytical, methodical, detail-oriented, and proficient in Excel.
• Highly organised, flexible, and resilient, with excellent communication skills.
• Driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Degree or professional qualification in a relevant field preferred.

This is a permanent position, paying a salary of £60,000 + car allowance and would be an excellent opportunity to joining a growing and rewarding organisation.

If interested in this position, please apply or get in touch with Laura Hastings on Laurahastings@c22.co.uk or 0113 242 8055.

Our client is looking for a proactive Estates Operative to join their busy team, supporting the safe and efficient running of all buildings and external areas across multiple sites.

Key Duties

• Carry out general maintenance, repairs and compliance checks

• Respond to emergencies and basic electrical/power issues

• Support heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and water system checks

• Complete fire alarm tests, emergency lighting checks and other safety tasks

• Undertake painting, decorating and general caretaking duties

• Act as a Key Holder, assisting with site security and alarm callouts

• Update and complete tasks via the Estates Service Desk

• Keep premises safe, well-presented and accessible, including clearing/gritting in bad weather

• Assist with fire evacuations and health & safety reporting

• Promote excellent customer service at all times

Working Hours

• Shifts between 5:30am – 10:00pm, Monday to Friday

• Some weekend work on a rota

• Occasional out-of-hours attendance for events or emergencies

About You

• Practical, hands-on and customer focused

• Able to manage your own workload and handle issues proactively

• Comfortable using mobile devices to complete jobs

• Well-presented and willing to undertake necessary training

In return, our client is offering a salary of between £22,487 - £23,821. 

Building Manager (M&E), Blackfriars London, £50k plus full package

Our client is a renown charity who own their own office building in Blackfriars, London.

They occupy most of the building but sublet a couple of floors to tenants. There is also some high quality events space with balcony overlooking the Thames that can be hired out.

The charity are recruiting a Building Manager to take responsibility for the technical services within the building and to oversee the work of the M&E contractors.

The role will l be instrumental in ensuring that the property is utilised to its maximum potential, navigating the charity through a period of transition, enabling them to become a more agile organisation where staff work collaboratively, flexibly, and efficiently.

This is a rounded FM role encompassing day to day building operations and functionality a swell as upgrade and transformation projects.

Candidates will require a technical M&E qualification and experience of managing hard FM services in an office building environment. We will consider candidates looking to move up into the role as well as more experienced candidates looking for an enjoyable, single site to run, where they can make a lasting impact.

A salary of £50k is offered with full package including private medical and dental benefits.

If you want to join an organisation whose mission is to make the world a better place, please apply today!

Catch 22 are supporting a privately owned, multi award winning construction and integrated support services business based in the North West who are currently on the search for a Facilities Operations Manager to join their Senior Management Team.

Based in Altrincham, the main purpose of the role is to have overall responsibility for managing the FM Division including driving significant growth whilst complying with company processes and procedures. You will have full accountability for all aspects of delivery including H&S, Business Development, Operational and Commercial.

Key Responsibilities for the Facilities Operations Manager.

• Manage client accounts (Key client contact), work closely with Clients, developing long-term, valued relationships to ensure the FM services are delivered in line with expectations and exceeded where possible.
• Manage KPI & SLA performance, ensuring compliance and excellent results.
• Comply with Health, Safety and the Environmental requirements in compliance with current legislation and as contained within the company’s policies and procedures, working to best practice at all times
• Growth of division by enhancement of our performance and service offering with existing clients and introduction of new clients to the business.
• Manage business development of new clients including PQQ and Bid management
• Work with the management team and client to implement new innovation and ideas
• Develop and work closely with Supply Chain to maintain effective working relationships, including negotiating rates, SLA’s & KPI’s
• Refine and manage processes & procedures
• Management of FM team including operational, commercial, helpdesk and engineers – Weekly meetings, Monthly 121’s, Performance Development Reviews, Coaching, distributing workload and ensuring all deadlines are achieved

The ideal candidate will be an experienced, self driven Senior Facilities Management professional with a proven track record of managing FM Services & teams in a contractor organisation. You will be able to demonstrate strong client relationships skills and will have the ability to go out and win new business and be competent in the bid management process. You will hold strong operational and H&S knowledge within both facilities and construction industry and will be a strong face to face communicator. Previous roles may include Head of FM or Associate FM Director. This is an office based role, working Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm. 

In return, our client is offering a salary around £65,000 per annum plus a package which includes a car allowance, Pension, Private Healthcare and possible performance related bonus. This is a permanent, full time, office based role, working Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm. 

If interested, please apply or contact Laura by LauraHastings@c22.co.uk for more information on the exciting opportunity. 

Catch 22 are working with one of the UK’s leading organisations supporting children and adults with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across residential care homes. Our client are looking for Maintenance Operatives to join their team on a temporary basis across the North West.

• Pay - £12.98 per hour, weekly pay
• 40 hours per week, 08:00–16:00 or 08:30–16:30, Monday to Friday only - no evenings or weekends.
• A van (take-home), fuel card, uniform, tools and mobile phone are all provided.
• Must have Enhanced DBS.

What you’ll be doing:

• General repairs, maintenance and minor projects across residential homes
• Keeping environments safe, clean, compliant and well-maintained
• Completing routine checks, inspections and accurate records
• Liaising with the Regional Facilities Manager on larger tasks
• Monitoring contractor standards and supporting external grounds upkeep
• Visiting 1–3 homes per day and looking after around 10 homes in total - North West – Stoke, Preston, Warrington, Blackpool, Manchester & Liverpool
  
  

What we’re looking for:

• Strong building/maintenance knowledge
• Experience with compliance checks and record keeping
• Trade background preferred but not essential
• Recent, Enhanced DBS
• Full, UK Valid Driving licence
• Available to start immediately

If interested and suitable please apply or contact Laura for more information on LauraHastings@c22.co.uk

Assistant Facilities Manager, Hampstead, £38k plus bonus and full package

Our client is a leading property/ real estate firm with offices in north London/ Hampstead, central London and Surrey.

They are recruiting an Assistant FM to help with the smooth, safe running of the offices and buildings – ensuring that hard and soft FM contractors are proving a high quality service at a reasonable price.

You will assist with the management of front of house staff (and will be required to cover reception for an hour twice a week).

You will work 2 days in Hampstead, 2 days in West Hampstead and one day per week in the West End office. This is not a hybrid role.

You will also be involved in managing projects within the offices and externally (such as roof repairs etc).

Health and Safety is a key responsibility and the checking of contractor’s paperwork such as risk assessments and working from height documents is required as you will be issuing the permits to work. IOSH managing safely is required as a minimum H&S qualification.

A salary of £38k is offered with 20 days holiday (plus Christmas break), bonus (paid in March) and full package is offered.

With the Facilities Manager due to retire within the next year, we are looking for an ambitious candidate, who is capable of quickly step up into the full FM position.

Please apply with CV and cover note including details of salary expectations and notice period.

Catch 22 are working with a well-known managing agent who are looking for a Site Supervisor with security experience to support the evening operation of a well-known public venue in Glasgow. Working closely with the daytime Building Manager, you'll take over the running of the site in the late afternoon and evening, ensuring a seamless customer experience and maintaining high operational standards.

The ideal applicant is someone confident in safety, security, and tenant liaison, who enjoys working in a lively environment where bars, restaurants, and occasional events create a dynamic atmosphere.

This role is paying a salary of around £32,000 + and will require working Thursday until Saturday, 4pm – 1am.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the smooth running of the site during evening hours.
• Maintain strong relationships with tenants and ensure compliance with site standards
• Oversee small tenant-led events and ensure all activities run safely and professionally
• Carry out regular inspections of tenant units and public areas
• Supervise contractors and maintain accurate records when required
• Respond to incidents, accidents, and emergencies
• Ensure all Health & Safety and fire safety procedures are followed
• Manage keys, first aid supplies, incident logs, and general site documentation
• Monitor cleanliness, maintenance, and security throughout the shift
• Liaise with tenants, local authorities, and emergency services when necessary
• Support marketing and events activity as needed

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience providing maintenance or facilities support in a public-facing environment
• Experience managing or overseeing security operations
• Strong record-keeping and administrative abilities
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently during late shifts
• Flexible approach to working evenings and weekends: 4pm – 1pm, Thurs until Saturday
• Valid SIA licence - Essential
• Supervisory experience within retail, leisure, or hospitality
• NEBOSH or other Health & Safety qualifications (Desirable)

If this role is of interest, please apply or for more information contact Laura at LauraHastings@c22.co.uk or call on 0113 242 8055 .

WHY US?

We are one of the UK's leading Facilities Management Recruitment Specialists, trading for over 40 years and with a first-class reputation in the FM Industry. Over 25 of the top FM companies use us to fulfil their recruitment needs.

We’ve been here since the beginning and are proud to be the very first recruitment specialist in the FM space. During that time, we’ve built strong and lasting partnerships and due to client demand we are now looking for driven individuals to come and

join us. We are a values driven business. Our values are not just words on paper but, they steer our approach, behaviour and decision making and provide the guiding principles on how we do business. We offee full training opportunities. 

THE ROLE:

This role is to work within our Head Office , supplying facilities & property management staff across the country

Recruitment can be a complicated and challenging business with every new day offering fresh challenges, but the core responsibilities will include:

• Work with the team to source the most suitable candidates for vacancies.
• Interview and vet potential candidates
• Perform right to work checks on candidates applying for roles with Catch 22
• Support in sending out and collating of timesheets for payroll
• Registration of Candidates looking for work
• Perform Business Development
• To supply a professional, rapid and efficient service to the company’s clients.

 ABOUT YOU

You will be a customer service professional or administration assistant with strong Customer Service skills and have aspirations to grow and develop yourself.

We firmly believe in a relationship-based approach to recruitment and we have high standards when it comes to quality assurance, customer service and our treatment of candidates at all levels. We have built a successful brand on the back of our high standards, so we are looking for someone that has their own high standards in terms of their work ethic, their attitude and their service delivery.

We are looking for:

· Great communication skills - Listening Skills, Understanding, Influencing Skills

· Excellent attention to detail

· A resilient individual who can deal with the fast-paced nature of recruitment

· An agile worker who can easily move between several roles and tasks

· Great Planning and Organisational Skills

· Excellent Team Working Capabilities

· Personal Effectiveness - Drive, Determination, Tenacity, Ambition, Integrity

If you feel that you have the required characteristics, then we would love to hear from you.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Salary up to £28,000 per annum plus Commission 
• 3pm finish on a Friday!!
• 30 days holiday - rising to 35!
• Quarterly social events, including annual overseas trip
• Lots of training and development opportunities