Background
Agilent Technologies, a leading global company, required a highly skilled Facilities Manager to oversee Workplace Services (WPS) and Facilities Management (FM) in either Church Stretton and Cheadle or Yarnton and Winnersh. The role demanded extensive experience in managing large-scale facilities, strong financial acumen, and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities, from vendor management to sustainability initiatives.
The Challenge
To fulfill this critical role, we deployed a thorough and targeted recruitment strategy, ensuring we attracted candidates with the necessary expertise and experience. We utilised our extensive network and rigorous vetting process to identify top-tier candidates who met Agilent Technologies’ stringent criteria.
The Facilities Manager would be responsible for:
• Delivering WPS and FM services for their regional area.
• Acting as the client representative for WPS operational management, including liaising with landlords and vendors.
• Measuring and managing SLA/KPI metrics delivered by key vendors.
• Leading UK-wide WPS programs with an outsourced FM provider.
• Serving as the primary contact for regional site projects and technical queries.
• Representing the client for security systems and services.
• Managing fiscal accountability for up to £5M operational run rate.
• Contributing to long-term strategic planning for real estate and operations.
• Coordinating small to medium-scale projects through a global FM provider.
• Potentially managing medium-scale construction fit-out projects.
The Results
After a comprehensive search and selection process, we successfully placed a highly qualified Facilities Manager at Agilent Technologies. The selected candidate not only met the technical and managerial requirements but also demonstrated strong leadership and strategic planning abilities. This placement has significantly contributed to Agilent Technologies' operational efficiency and long-term strategic goals.
The new Facilities Manager has seamlessly integrated into the team, taking ownership of various projects and enhancing the overall performance of Workplace Services. Their expertise in managing large-scale budgets, overseeing critical vendor relationships, and driving sustainability initiatives has been invaluable.