Facilities manager

Position: Facilities Manager Location: Avonmouth, BS35 4BR Salary: Up to GBP35,000 per annum + Laptop + Mobile Phone. Hours: 40 Hours per week, 5 days out of 7- flexible with weekend work included on a rota. Our client is a leading multi-service provider in the Facilities Management sector. They are recruiting for a facilities Manager for a large Frozen Retail Distribution Depot in Avonmouth, BS35 4BR. The Facilities Manager will be overseeing all Hygiene / Cleaning and helping the Catering Manager within the Large Retail Distribution Depot. The Depot is a large site where successful candidates will have to manage 35 colleagues across all service lines who work in the Depot for the Retailer. The Facilities Manager will be overseeing his own large team who will look after the cleaning/ hygiene within the depot, whilst helping out with the security of the depot and the catering in the large staff restaurant within the Depot. There is a large bias on cleaning, so we are looking for a H/ FM that is happy to get stuck in and help with cleaning as and when required. The Hygiene/ Facilities Manager will be responsible for the effective management of the facilities management service for the Depot working in partnership with the Retail customer. Key Responsibilities: * Ensure all rotas are in place for hygiene to cover the needs of the site, taking into account peak periods * Ensure the specifications are being met on site and that the customer has a full understanding * Monitor and review the service standards with the customer * Ensure you communicate effectively with your staff regarding the specifications and ensure they are aware of any issues * Ensure all audits are completed within the timescales given and review audit results within the timescale agreed with the customer * Carry out all legislative food hygiene audits and daily checks * Recruitment of hygiene, catering and security staff, welfare management, training and development * Check all plant, equipment and machinery on site regularly and report on any defects / repairs required. * Hold a clear understanding of Health Safety legislation and to be proactive in the reduction of onsite accidents * Control the hours and stock budget for the site, ensuring to review the spend each week and address issues * Maintain an effective working relationship with the retail customer, meet the customer daily and update them with relevant information * Ensure that you complete and submit payroll / holiday and sickness forms within the given timescales * Work with HR to effectively carry out disciplinaries and grievance hearings * Monitor absence levels on site and engage with HR to reduce any ongoing absence issues * Identify any training needs for Supervisors and staff Skills Required: * A self-motivated manager with a proven track record in operations and administration * A proactive manager capable of dealing with site level clients in resolving reactive issues * A proven team player with a wealth of operational experience * Goal-oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities * A competent manager with experience of bundled FM services (Security Cleaning) * Proven ability to work in unison with staff, customers, and directors. * An organised and highly motivated problem solver * A forward thinking and loyal team player who leads from the front. * Has the ability to work with all IT systems. This role is 5 days from 7, 40 hours per week will include varying shifts including weekends as business needs require. Ideal candidates will have a strong experience in Cleaning / Facilities and used to managing a large team. An immediate start is available. To apply please submit CV in the strictest of confidence to Oliver Fox at PDA SEARCH SELECTION LIMITED