Job Title: Assistant Facilities Manager
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About the Job:
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* Manage daily maintenance and upkeep of the hospital working closely with the facilities maintenance team and external contractors.
* Supervise front of house service teams working closely with the catering and housekeeping supervisors to ensure that an excellent service is maintained and improved within UPMC Aut Even Hospital.
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Responsibilities:
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* Operational
* Have line management responsibility of porters, housekeeping staff and catering staff.
* Work closely with the facilities manager and substitute when facilities manager is off site.
* Oversee daily working pattern for the Front of House team in order to meet the operational needs of the hospital.
* Assist front of house supervisors in drawing up rotas and service scheduling to meet the needs of the hospital.
* Monitor compliance with environmental cleaning audits and subsequent follow up actions in coordination with the housekeeping supervisor.
* Assist the catering supervisor to ensure the highest foods service standards are met, hygiene codes of practice are followed and improvements plans are implemented.
* Work closely with the maintenance team, coordinate repair and maintenance jobs in a safe and compliant manner, being mindful of the requirements of working in a live hospital setting.
* Maintain a strong working relationship with all Clinical Nurse Managers and Heads of Departments to ensure that the facilities department is contributing to the efficient functioning of the hospital.
* Participate in and contribute to health and safety in the hospital.
* Management and monitoring of data collection in relation facilities KPI's.
* People Management
* Responsible for the supervision of employees assigned by the Facilities Manager.
* Manage absence within hospital policy.
* Conduct performance management reviews, as and when required.
* Monitor and manage all staff related concerns / issues in line with organisational policy.
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Requirements:
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* Previous relevant experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
* Experience in the supervision of a large team is advantageous.
* Facilities Management experience is desirable.
* Previous experience or knowledge of hygiene standards, infection control and HACCP would be beneficial.
* Experience in front of house operations is beneficial.
* Can demonstrate leadership skills and management experience.
* Will have an understanding of relevant Health and safety and other legislative requirements.
* Can demonstrate a proactive approach to problem solving.
* Excellent IT and organisational skills are an essential requirement.
* Effective communication and customer care skills with patients, visitors, customers, clients and staff.
* Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to effectively communicate with staff at all levels.
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Benefits:
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* Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable.
* Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents.
* Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times.
* Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
* Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
* Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days.
* Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
* Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.