Senior Facilities Support Supervisor

Are you a proactive and dedicated professional looking to make a real impact in facilities management? Join our University Facilities Team at Wellington Square as a Senior Facilities Support Supervisor! In this role, you'll ensure our services run smoothly and efficiently, creating a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. 

The Team is currently reorganising its strategy to elevate customer service to new heights. By joining us, you'll become part of a tightly-knit, efficient, and visionary team.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision: Lead and support our Facilities Support Assistants (FSAs), manage duty rotas, and ensure high safety standards. Mentor and coach team members, providing regular feedback and performance evaluations to foster professional growth.

Security & Safety: Implement and monitor compliance with University policies and health and safety regulations to ensure a safe and legal working environment. Assist in maintaining security, act as Fire Marshal, and provide emergency out-of-hours cover.

Senior Meeting Set-Up: Oversee the preparation and layout for meetings, ensuring everything runs seamlessly.

Maintenance: Keep our facilities clean and safe, perform minor repairs, and manage maintenance tasks. The post-holder will be actively involved in routine maintenance tasks to support the FSAs.

Electrical Duties: Conduct Portable Appliance Testing (candidate will be trained) and replace lighting tubes.

General Duties: Work closely with the Deputy Senior FM to assist with Projects, ensuring they are completed on time and meet the expectations of our customers. Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve departmental goals, such as; resource allocation. Cover for holidays and sickness.

What We Offer

As an employer, we value the well-being and development of all our employees. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• Opportunity to make tangible impact in the management of our facilities
• You will be working alongside colleagues who share your passion for excellence.
• 30 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Extensive personal and professional development opportunities including support with IOSH qualification.
• Supportive childcare services for working parents and guardians
• Generous family leave for pregnancy, adoption, paternity, and shared parental leave
• Excellent contributory pension scheme for your financial future
• Salary sacrifice scheme for additional savings
• Subsidised sports centre membership to promote well-being
• Cycle loan scheme to encourage sustainable commuting
• Discounted bus and transit travel

In addition, you will have access to a vibrant community with social groups and sports clubs, fostering an inclusive atmosphere.

What We’re Looking For: Essential

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, line management and practical skills.
• Knowledge of current health and safety legislation and issues
• Competency in the construction and review of working risk assessments
• Proficiency in IT, particularly email and Computer-Aided Facilities Management Systems (CAFM)
• Excellent customer service experience
• Attention to detail, confidentiality, and practical DIY skills.

Desirable:

• NEBOSH/IOSH certification.
• ROSPA electrical awareness and IWFM membership.
• First Aid qualification.
• Project Management skills and ability to deliver to target and deadlines

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, click on the Apply button above and submit the following documents as part of your online application:

• Covering letter/supporting statement
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Contact details of two referees (only contacted if you are successful)

Only applications received before 12 pm on Tuesday 16 July 2024 can be considered. However, the advert will be closed before the above date if we find a suitable candidate.

Interviews will hold as applications are received.

Don't miss this chance to be part of our dedicated team!

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