Mobilisation Manager

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 * Lead the full TFM mobilisation across hard and soft services, ensuring all operational areas are ready for service commencement. * Develop, manage, and track mobilisation plans, milestones, risk logs, RAID registers, and status reporting. * Coordinate with technical services, cleaning, security, catering, grounds, helpdesk, and supply chain teams to ensure unified delivery. * Oversee asset validation, life-cycle data capture, statutory compliance checks, and readiness of all TFM deliverables. * Manage the setup and configuration of CAFM/EAM systems, PPM schedules, workflows, and service desk functions. * Support TUPE processes, onboarding, inductions, vetting, and training of incoming staff. * Ensure all statutory, legislative, and contractual obligations are in place and verified pre-go-live. * Act as the key client interface throughout mobilisation, providing transparent communications and progress reporting. * Capture lessons learned, embedding continuous improvement into mobilisation frameworks. Skills & Experience Required * Proven experience delivering large-scale TFM mobilisations. * Background in FM leadership roles—Mobilisation Manager, TFM Manager, Transition Lead, or similar. * Strong understanding of both hard FM (mechanical, electrical, building fabric) and soft FM (cleaning, security, catering, etc.). * Expertise in mobilisation governance: planning, documentation, RAID, KPIs, SLAs, and compliance. * Familiarity with CAFM/EAM systems and FM data transfer requirements. * TUPE experience and understanding of HR/people transition processes. * Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments. * Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills