General Services Manager (Edgewing) at BAE Systems

Frimley, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

63900.0

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Facilities Management, Building Management, Project Management, SHE Knowledge, Security Knowledge, IT Knowledge, Team Management, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Job Title: General Services Manager (Edgewing) Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems site (preferably Frimley) but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. Due to the nature of this assignment, we envisage there will be a need for mostly on site working, however, flexible working arrangements may be possible – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role. Salary: £63900+ What you’ll be doing Oversee day-to-day operations of the General Services team, managing Edgewing documentation, business continuity processes, and acting as the key interface with the GIGO on all facilityrelated matters Manage third-party vendors and service contracts, ensuring high-quality and cost-effective service delivery, supporting SLA setup/monitoring, renewals, and GIGO contract procedures Own general services budgets, tracking and optimising expenditure, and managing procurement, installation and maintenance of office infrastructure, equipment, and furniture Coordinate facility management needs, collating and prioritising Edgewing requirements, working with the GIGO on implementation, office layout changes, workspace allocation, and space utilisation reporting Lead accommodation and workspace planning, assessing demand vs supply, managing moves, and ensuring shared areas (meeting rooms, lounges, break spaces) are efficiently maintained with the GIGO team Maintain compliance and safety standards, partnering with SHE and Digital teams to support safe working environments, including PAT testing, DSE/non-standard equipment management, and infrastructure upkeep Oversee business continuity and documentation management, defining processes, ensuring standardised document controls (master data, numbering, templates), and participating in crisis response and facility recovery planning Manage office operations and logistics, ensuring visitor registration and security compliance, maintaining office supplies/equipment, and arranging company logistics such as parking and bus services Your skills and experiences Essential: Facilities Management background / building management Building and length of experience Value of Projects / PM Experience SHE experiences and knowledge Security knowledge IT Knowledge Team Management Stakeholder Management Desirable: Defence Environment Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The General Services team: By joining Edgewing, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company from the ground up — setting the foundations for generations to come, influencing how we work, and helping us build something world-class together. At Edgewing, we're united by a shared purpose to drive what’s next in defence - uniting UK, Italian, and Japanese expertise to shape the future of global defence. With trust at the heart of everything we do, we empower our people to dare to go beyond, bring their best as one, and leave a mark that matters on a truly global mission, making a lasting impact through work that truly matters. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date 3rd December 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-MH1 #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations of the General Services team, managing documentation and business continuity processes. Manage third-party vendors and service contracts, ensuring high-quality service delivery and compliance with safety standards.