Job Advert: TFM Mobilisation Manager / Mobilisation Lead (Contract) - Midlands

Contract Type: Day-rate Contract (Outside IR35)
Location: Midlands (role based in the Midlands)
Start Date: January

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced TFM Mobilisation Manager / Mobilisation Lead to support the mobilisation of a major Total Facilities Management contract. This contractor role requires someone capable of overseeing the mobilisation of both hard and soft services, ensuring full operational readiness ahead of go-live.

You will own the mobilisation plan end-to-end—coordinating teams, systems, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver a smooth, compliant, and well-structured transition of services.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead the full TFM mobilisation across hard and soft services, ensuring all operational areas are ready for service commencement.

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Develop, manage, and track mobilisation plans, milestones, risk logs, RAID registers, and status reporting.

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Coordinate with technical services, cleaning, security, catering, grounds, helpdesk, and supply chain teams to ensure unified delivery.

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Oversee asset validation, life-cycle data capture, statutory compliance checks, and readiness of all TFM deliverables.

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Manage the setup and configuration of CAFM/EAM systems, PPM schedules, workflows, and service desk functions.

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Support TUPE processes, onboarding, inductions, vetting, and training of incoming staff.

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Ensure all statutory, legislative, and contractual obligations are in place and verified pre-go-live.

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Act as the key client interface throughout mobilisation, providing transparent communications and progress reporting.

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Capture lessons learned, embedding continuous improvement into mobilisation frameworks.

Skills & Experience Required

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Proven experience delivering large-scale TFM mobilisations.

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Background in FM leadership roles—Mobilisation Manager, TFM Manager, Transition Lead, or similar.

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Strong understanding of both hard FM (mechanical, electrical, building fabric) and soft FM (cleaning, security, catering, etc.).

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Expertise in mobilisation governance: planning, documentation, RAID, KPIs, SLAs, and compliance.

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Familiarity with CAFM/EAM systems and FM data transfer requirements.

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TUPE experience and understanding of HR/people transition processes.

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Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments.

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Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.

Day Rate

Competitive day rate, dependent on experience and scope