Job summary
The post-holder will support the Facilities Manager with the day to day management andrunning of the Facilities teams in their own locality and provide cover when required in otherlocalities.
The post involves the day to day management of various teams involved in delivering high quality to the host Trust and partner organisations as required.
The post holder will support the Facilities Manager to oversee functions of all soft FM functions within identified buildings to include: Housekeeping, Laundry, Portering, Stores, Transport, Waste (Clinical and Domestic), Post, Car parking, Administration, Door Access Control System and Operational.
Main duties of the job
? Responsible for the day to day management and monitoring of buildings.? Responsible for the monthly Quality Monitoring Audits for Soft FM service team withindesignated professions.? To Support the Facilities Manager(s) for the development and delivery of scheduledQuality Monitoring Audits, to include the annual ERIC / PLACE reports etc.? To assist with data collection for as identified, to enable the Facilities Manager to reportup with required dash boarding reporting.? To challenge in a positive manner current working practices and promote a culture ofcontinuous improvement reporting to the Facilities Manager? Full Responsibility for the day to day management and monitoring of Facilities staff andBuildings, this includes planning staff rotas where applicable for cover during annualleave and sickness. Ensuring that annual leave is coordinated across the area. Ensurethe correct skill mix of staff. Conducting staff appraisals, HR duties, including andadhering to the sickness policy, exit interviews and provide support in recruitment inconjunction with the Facilities Manager.
About us
By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by;
- Supporting your career development and progression
- Excellent NHS Pension scheme
- Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Options for flexible working
- Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave
- Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
- If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients
- Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
- Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates
- Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k
- Free car parking at all trust sites
- Free flu vaccinations every year
- Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)
And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To learn more about this varied and interesting role please see the full job description and person specification.
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To learn more about this varied and interesting role please see the full job description and person specification.
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Relevant professional qualification in Facilities/Estates/Related Discipline or comparable proven practical experience (equivalent level of knowledge to Degree Level or an Indepth Diploma with significant experience)
- IT qualification, ability and experience of using IT systems
- Demonstrate a commitment to further training and development commensurate with the grade
- Previous experience of working with the public both on a face to face basis and over the telephone
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant experience of working in a healthcare environment to include substantial experience gained in Facilities and Estates Management
- Significant experience in managing and monitoring service contracts
- Demonstrable experience in effective application and use of complex computerised software packages
- Demonstrate experience in Healthcare Facilities & Hotel services management
- Knowledge and experience of the Private Finance Initiative in the NHS
Desirable
- Experience allied to working on sites with people who suffer Mental Health related problems
- Experience at attending meetings and minute taking
- Knowledge of Health or Social Care
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Essential
- Demonstrable track record and ability in effective management of contracts
- Demonstrable ability to effectively manage teams of staff and contractors
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with Trust colleagues and supply chain tier members
- Ability to deliver high service standards through effective performance management of staff and contractors
- Demonstrable option appraisal and business planning skills
- Able to trouble shoot, problem solve, evaluate, review, assess and propose solutions
- Able to work with high level of autonomy
- Excellent IT skills and the ability to produce reports, forecasts and commitment accounting records weekly/monthly and as required
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent negotiating skills
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Relevant professional qualification in Facilities/Estates/Related Discipline or comparable proven practical experience (equivalent level of knowledge to Degree Level or an Indepth Diploma with significant experience)
- IT qualification, ability and experience of using IT systems
- Demonstrate a commitment to further training and development commensurate with the grade
- Previous experience of working with the public both on a face to face basis and over the telephone
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant experience of working in a healthcare environment to include substantial experience gained in Facilities and Estates Management
- Significant experience in managing and monitoring service contracts
- Demonstrable experience in effective application and use of complex computerised software packages
- Demonstrate experience in Healthcare Facilities & Hotel services management
- Knowledge and experience of the Private Finance Initiative in the NHS
Desirable
- Experience allied to working on sites with people who suffer Mental Health related problems
- Experience at attending meetings and minute taking
- Knowledge of Health or Social Care
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Essential
- Demonstrable track record and ability in effective management of contracts
- Demonstrable ability to effectively manage teams of staff and contractors
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with Trust colleagues and supply chain tier members
- Ability to deliver high service standards through effective performance management of staff and contractors
- Demonstrable option appraisal and business planning skills
- Able to trouble shoot, problem solve, evaluate, review, assess and propose solutions
- Able to work with high level of autonomy
- Excellent IT skills and the ability to produce reports, forecasts and commitment accounting records weekly/monthly and as required
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent negotiating skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wilnecote Health Centre
49 Smithy Lane, Wilnecote,
Tamworth, Staffordshire,
B77 5LB
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
