Location: On site / Dublin, IrelandJob type: Permanent / Full-timeSector and subsector: Facilities Management | Facilities ManagerSalary: Negotiable salaryMater Private Network is seeking a Group Head of Housekeeping to oversee and govern cleaning, hygiene, and environmental presentation standards across all network facilities.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy & Governance: Develop and execute a Group-wide cleaning strategy aligned with healthcare best practices. Establish a robust governance framework complete with clear KPIs, SLAs, and audit mechanisms to ensure all sites remain inspection ready.Supplier Performance Management: Act as the senior relationship owner for outsourced cleaning providers. Lead formal performance reviews (monthly, quarterly, and annually) and drive decisive corrective actions or performance improvement plans when necessary.Commercial & Procurement Oversight: Partner with Finance and Procurement to lead commercial negotiations regarding rates, scope changes, contract renewals, and tendering activities to ensure strict budget control and value‑for‑money outcomes.Operational Quality & Healthcare Standards: Implement a rigorous cleaning assurance program (including site inspections and unannounced audits). Standardise exceptional hygiene outcomes across high‑stakes areas like theatres and wards, as well as public and back‑of‑house environments.Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Identify and deploy modern cleaning technologies, sustainable practices, and productivity methods suitable for acute hospital settings.Stakeholder Leadership: Build trusted relationships with Hospital Directors, clinical teams, and Infection Prevention experts, fostering an organisational culture that takes immense pride in clinical cleanliness and presentation.Person SpecificationExperience & QualificationsExperience: Significant senior experience managing cleaning operations, soft facilities management, or outsourced service delivery—ideally within a healthcare, hospital, life sciences, hospitality, or highly regulated multi‑site environment.Supplier & Commercial Expertise: Proven track record of holding third‑party providers accountable through strict KPI/SLA frameworks and leading commercial contract negotiations.Education: A degree, diploma, or equivalent professional qualification in Facilities Management, Hospitality Management, Business, or a related discipline is highly desirable.Certifications: Professional membership (e.g., IWFM, IFMA, ISSA) or training in infection prevention, quality systems, or Lean improvement is advantageous.Knowledge & SkillsDeep understanding of healthcare hygiene expectations, national hygiene standards, and infection control protocols.Strong negotiation skills with commercial confidence and supplier management gravitas.Data‑driven mindset with the ability to translate audit trends into clear, actionable improvements.High emotional intelligence to constructively challenge, influence decisively, and manage diverse stakeholders.Job Description available on request.Mater Private Network is an equal opportunities employer.
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