Facilities Team leader

About the role

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Facilities Team Leader to join our MOJ account in HMP Cardiff, Knox Rd, Cardiff CF24 0UG. The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week (8-5 on site with 1 hour lunch break, 1 in 3 weekend working (8-4) with 15% shift allowance). By using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in and supervise the delivery of a range of facilities services to the prison in line with contractual commitments.
• Help to maintain standards as set out in the Service Level Agreement.
• Communicate problems and concerns promptly through line management ensuring quick resolution.
• Ensure the health, safety and security of staff, contractors, premises, and equipment by encouraging and monitoring best practices at all times.
• Check and sign timesheets in accordance with procedures.
• Ensure all requirements are met through liaising with HMPS management to receive and manage expectations.
• Support both local and business zero carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner where appropriate.
• Ensure H&S standards are achieved across the contract.
• Build strong relationships with the client to ensure all compliance and safety in the establishment is met.

Requirements

Previous experience of working within the Facilities/Estate management arena.

Facilities Management qualifications are advantageous.

Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and compliance.

IT literate.

Team management experience, working on own initiative, understanding deadlines and priority.

Experience managing engineers and dealing with customers and clients.

Qualified in IOSH with experience in Facilities Management is ideal.

Calm attitude under pressure and experience using Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems is desirable, although not essential as development will be provided.

Prison Security Clearance

Required (Amey will support you through this process).

Benefits

Remuneration: Competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews.

Career Growth: Advancement opportunities within the contract.

Training Opportunities: Comprehensive training including fully funded leadership programmes.

Holidays: At least 24 days plus bank holidays, with the possibility to buy additional days.

Pension: Generous scheme with extra contributions from Amey.

Customisable options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme, and discounted gym membership.

Exclusive discounts through an online portal for leading retailers, healthcare services, and more.

Give back to community: Two Social Impact Days each year for volunteering and fundraising.

Family friendly policies for new parents or those providing care for a dependant.

Membership of affinity networks that support diverse communities within the company.

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

As a disability confident leader, we guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

We are proud members of the Disability Confident employer scheme.