Total 21 Manager level Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1AA

DEPUTY HEAD OF ENGINEERING AND MAINTENANCE

This role represents an excellent opportunity to play an integral part in maintaining the operational integrity of the company's complex facilities and supporting systems and to become involved with further development of these world leading capabilities.

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance will support the Engineering team and assist in maintaining operational quality and delivery, by focussing on the development and maintenance of continuous improvement programmes, processes and procedures, to ensure the Department meets the needs of the business and maintains compliance with changing legislation and standards, during a period of significant capital investment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and confident manager with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills to be part of the on-going evolution and success of the company.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance - main roles and responsibilities

* Ensure that modifications, operation and maintenance processes meet the company Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental standards.
* Ensure that the appropriate process is applied for any works resulting in both temporary and permanent modifications and changes to equipment and infrastructure including appropriate design reviews, and that such modifications and changes to the systems or deviations from the design configurations are visible, understood, documented and controlled.
* Maintain a good understanding of technical assets, equipment and testing methods being used in the R&D facility through communication with other managers, attendance of design reviews, plant meetings, etc…
* Working closely with the Engineering Services Manager and Site Services Team Lead, review and ensure the operating requirements and instructions required to maintain the integrity of the system designs are delivered in accordance with the operating manuals and specified requirements.
* Review maintenance progress, actions and status, approving or rejecting any deviations from the plan including deferral of maintenance tasks or temporary changes to the system, in consultation with the relevant Engineering Manager.
* Attend Engineering team leadership meetings, develop and maintain appropriate reports and KPIs, participate in setting the department's annual budget and share in the responsibility of managing performance to that budget.
* Support the Head of Engineering with the day-to-day management of the Engineering team.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance - Qualifications, Skills & Experience

* A good level knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering gained through experience with complex engineering products or industrial machinery.
* Demonstrable experience of working with and implementing changes to engineering design processes and engineering drawings within an industrial quality management system.
* A Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or similar subject) or equivalent knowledge gained through experience. Preferably Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience.
* Demonstrated leadership experience in a technical environment preferably with 5+ years' experience.
* Experience of managing a diverse and multi-experienced team of engineers. Providing direction to those more experienced, and guidance and development to the junior members of the team.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance - Attributes

* Capable of understanding complex systems, analysing data and applying problem-solving techniques in a logical, competent and timely manner.
* Ability to improve standards and be driven by continuous improvement.
* A positive behaviour set with great communication and collaboration skills.
* Have a desire to succeed, ability to work under pressure and be prepared for out-of-hours working from time to time.
* Have commercial awareness and some client relationship management experience.

The successful candidate must satisfy security clearance requirements - including the last 5 years continual UK residency.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance previous suitable job titles: Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Assistant Head of Engineering, Assistant Head of Maintenance, Senior Engineering Manager, Senior Maintenance Manager

Please apply ASAP

Due to current high volumes of applications to our advertised jobs, we are unable to respond to every application. All successful candidates will be contacted as soon as possible.

Our client, an international real estate provider are seeking a Facilities Manager to be responsible for the delivery of effective servicing of commercial buildings in Manchester.

The Facilities Manager will oversee the delivery of hard services within buildings, managing service charge budgets, staff and supplier performance, and compliance on site. Strong communication, budgeting skills, and experience in managing large or multi-site environments are essential.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service and maintain communication with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Supervise site staff, ensuring HR policies are followed and procedures are in place.
• Oversee suppliers, ensuring work meets SLAs and is compliant with safety regulations.
• Manage mechanical and electrical (M&E) services, including life safety systems, elevators, and public health systems.
• Prepare management reports and attend/chair management meetings as required Manage service charge budgets and approving expenditures
• Procure goods and services, manage capital replacement programs, and work with consultants to achieve project goals.
• Conduct regular building inspections, prepare reports, and ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Ensure security protocols and emergency procedures are in place and followed.

Ideal Candidates Experience:

• Previous experience in facilities management, including managing multi-site environments or single sites.
• Strong understanding of commercial leases, landlord-tenant relationships, and large service charge budgets.
• Demonstrable leadership skills, building strong relationships to ensure teams provide effective service delivery.
• Strong knowledge of M&E systems.
• Extensive knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations & hold an IOSH/NEBOSH.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken, with proficiency in MS Office.

Role Package:

• Salary around £40-45k
• Permanent, Full time role
• 25 Days holidays + BH + option to buy more
• Private Medical Cover, Life assurance & income protection
• Health Screening & Wellbeing Support
• Cycle to Work scheme & season ticket loan
• Gym, Travel & Retail Discounts
• Plus many other amazing benefits

If interested in this role, then please apply or contact Laura on Laurahastings@c22.co.uk or call 0113 242 8055.

Facilities Manager

Location: Woodpark, Co. Dublin

Salary: €48,000- €50,000

Excellent range of employee benefits

An exciting role with Sodexo been created as part of our PPP contracts portfolio, working at our client’s educational site in Woodpark, Co. Dublin.

We are looking for an experience FM professional to join and lead our team in the key role of Facilities Manager.

You will be supporting and working closely with all PPP stakeholders and managing the day-to-day operational work of the on-site hard & soft service delivery teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with established Facilities Management experience to join Sodexo and ensure effective management and delivery of planned preventative maintenance programs and lifecycle programs. Responding to the ‘reactive’ needs of the client in line with contractual obligations.

Due to the client sites being educational settings you will be required to undergo and successfully pass the mandatory Garda checks for the education sector.

About You

Experience and knowledge requirement for this role:

• Previous FM management / coordination experience
• Strong contract and commercial management experience in the PPP industry, with experience in a client facing role.
• An understanding of basic technical aspects of FM Services (hard & soft)
• Customer facing attitude and excellent team building, people management and leadership skills
• Professional approach to performance monitoring.
• Proficient IT skills, including Excel, Work and MS office.
• Understand and thrive on working in a customer focused environment.
• Financial acumen.
• PC literate, an intermediate knowledge of Microsoft products is essential.

What we offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you.

In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Wide range of Employee benefits
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.

We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Ready to be part of something greater?

Apply today!

Technical Facilities Project Manager

Location: Dublin, Ireland.

Salary –€60,000 – €70,000 based on experience

Excellent range of employee benefits

Sodexo have a fantastic new opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to work alongside our established facilities management leadership team and senior client stakeholders at our prestigious global client manufacturing site in Dublin.

You will provide strategic leadership to the site & contract to deliver significant medium and large projects and technical work. Working alongside the Sodexo and client leadership team you will have a direct impact on the continued success and development of all IFM service delivery across the site.

This is an exciting and ongoing opportunity which will enable you to at the forefront of

project and site strategy in line with current and emerging client needs.

By joining Sodexo, you will be part of something greater, working in an environment that fosters innovation and supports your professional growth. Become a valued member of our team, where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

About You

Experience and knowledge required for this role:

• Proven experience in Project / TFM management of medium to small multi service site
• Proven experience in managing large to medium technical projects.
• Proven experience in management of P&L accounts in excess of €3m
• Experience of mainly Technical or Hard FM but also soft service contracts.
• Exceptional client relationship management skills
• Development of commercially viable solutions based on rigorous techniques to understand client and contractual needs.
• Manage multiple workloads and shifting priorities.
• Ability to interpret and utilise complex and varied financial and commercial information.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients and employees at all levels.

What we offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer:

Flexible and dynamic work environment

Competitive compensation

Wide range of Employee benefits (see attached benefits pack)

Access to ongoing training and development programs

Countless opportunities to grow within the company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.

We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Ready to be part of something greater?

Apply today!

Soft Landscaping and Maintenance Manager Needed

Location : Split between office (LU7 0AN) and Sites (London, Berks, Surrey, Bucks, Beds, Ox, Cambs, Suffolk)

Salary: 35K per year starting salary

Job Description

• Manage teams on a daily basis to ensure that they work safely and maintain high standards of work
• Being proactive in identifying and resolving site problems, complaints or difficulties
• Managing of all subcontractors on their sites ensuring that works are carried out safely, to agreed standards, and are profitable.
• Raise / Check Staff Time Sheets weekly and submit to accounts and Agency on a Monday
• Raise and update Maintenance Schedules in line with contract, BoQ, Specification and Drawings.
• Organise Labour resources (Direct, Subcontractor and Agency) in the most efficient manner to get the job done, allocating work schedules with due consideration for staff skills, training, qualifications and experience
• Managing staff, this includes but is not limited to; Behaviour, workload, quality, tasking, hours worked, holiday, sickness and absenteeism (Monitor using Bradford Factor).
• Complete 6 and 13-week probation reviews and annual staff appraisal for direct employed staff
• Provide cover for Supervisors and Team leaders when needed.
• Employ agency and temporary workers as required
• supervise all staff to ensure they work safely and that they complete all Daily Activity Briefings, Toolbox Talks and Daily Plant Checks (DABS, TBT, Plant Forms are to be handed to the Manager for checking on a weekly basis then passed to the SHEQ Team)
• Ensuring that all staff are trained and competent before being given a task and that any new starters, agency or temporary workers are inducted and trained and that these training records are completed and returned to the SHEQ Department
• Informing the SHEQ department of any external training required by their staff
• Raise and submit a monthly Maintenance Reports for all sites to clients and the Ops Manager to include progress, issues, defects, works completed, works due/overdue for all sites
• Attend all Managers, Department and Client meetings as and when required
• Raise quotes for any extra work ensuring that the works are accurately costed and profitable
• Order materials required for the works and ensure additional works are invoiced
• Ensure that they are familiar with, and observe, the requirements of Frosts H&S, Quality and Environmental Policies, Management Systems and Procedures pertinent to the role/project
• Manage all allocated vehicles and machinery in a proficient manner ensuring that their staff keep the machinery well maintained (operators checks) and the vehicles clean and tidy
• Producing and updating Method Statements and Site-Specific Risk Assessments for all their works using allocated forms and ensuring that staff read and sign these method statements.
• Carryout a monthly SHEQ Audit of one of their sites
• Organising the summer watering schedule, labour, bowsers, standpipes, standpipe licences etc and ensuring all trees and large shrubs and GM sites including planters that are under warranty/defects liability / contract are watered
• Organising Winter Drain Down & Spring Start Up on irrigation systems for all Contracts
• Assist in producing Maintenance Schedules and O&M Manuals for projects
• Profitable running of Grounds Maintenance (GM) Contracts
• Raising a Master GM Work Schedule (Daily/Weekly/Fortnightly/Monthly) for all GM Contracts
• Ensuring GM Contracts do not suffer excessive plant and tree defects due to poor Grounds Maintenance or Watering
• Liaising Suppliers to ensure GM Machinery is well maintained
• Monthly checks of all GM Staff spray books to ensure they are properly completed
• Keeping the GM Stores and Pesticide stores tidy
• Organising staff parking in London, paying for parking on the credit card or organising advances from accounts, collecting staff parking receipts and returning them to accounts

Whats on offer

• Comprehensive training package - Construction CSCS Card with possibilities to progress to trade related NVQ's level 6 and a Black Contracts managers Card
• Profit Share
• Real Living Wage Employer -
• 20 Days holiday plus 8 day Public Holiday. Holiday increases to 22 days after 2 years and 25 days after 5 years.
• Genuine Equal Opportunities Employer
• GEMS scheme - Financial reward for your ideas
• New Employee Referral Scheme - Financial bonus for new staff that you introduce to Frosts
• Christmas Shut down period
• Genuine opportunities to progress within the company to Senior Management & Director Levels

Training & Experiance Required

• Experience in Commercial Construction - Mandatory
• Previous experience of managing staff
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Computer literate in Microsoft packages including MS Project and web based permits and document control systems (Aconex, Viewpoint etc)
• Ability to read and understand drawings, contracts (JCT & NEC) and specifications
• To have a positive attitude

Training & requirements in post

• Trade Skills (SMSTS, Black Card)
• EvoM Training (Purhase Order/buying software)
• Possible IOSH or NEBOSH training

Call or send CV to apply

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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job Title: Facilities Manager

Location: Riseley Green School, Baisingstoke

Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks per year

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Facilities Manager to join our close-knit team at Riseley School located in Baisingstoke.

Job Purpose

To manage and maintain the school premises ensuring they are clean, secure, safe and well maintained at all times. Responsible for a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the fabric and grounds of the school.

Main Duties:

Locking and unlocking the buildings as required.
Setting up facilities such as chairs, tables, garden area etc.
Dealing efficiently with pre-planned maintenance, day to day establishment requirements and being reactive to problems that may arise.
Undertaking repairs to fixtures and fittings.
Ensuring all plant equipment is maintained to the required standards.
Grounds maintenance.
Assisting with the organisation of the school refurbishments.
Porterage around the school site.
Monitoring the premises for any hazards, carrying out repairs or reporting problems where necessary.
Ensuring that all stakeholders adhere to the school’s Health & Safety Policies and Procedures.
Essential:

Full UK driver’s licence.
Good Numeracy and Literacy skills.
Desirable:

Any additional qualifications pertinent to the job role.
Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.

Title: Maintenance Manager

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire

Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week

Salary: Circa £50,000 + (Negotiable / depending on experience)

Overview:

This independent family run business has expanded into the leading wholesaler over the last 40 years now collecting 300 pallets of stock daily and holding stock over 10 million units. They have recently commissioned a new site in Bicester and are seeking an experienced automation engineer with previous management experience to develop the site from the ground up.

Your role will involve meeting the high expectations of our key stakeholders by overseeing both proactive and reactive maintenance of our automated systems, which encompass conveying systems, sortation machines, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS), and advanced packing machines. We seek a candidate who possesses strong engineering skills, is forward-thinking, and is committed to delivering exceptional service.

Daily Duties:

• Oversee both the proactive and reactive maintenance of a comprehensive automated storage and retrieval system to maximize equipment availability.
• Employ established engineering practices to foster an environment of continuous improvement.
• Supervise contracted work to ensure compliance with safety standards at all times.
• Maintain precise and timely records of failure root causes and all completed work, ensuring thorough handover information between shifts.
• Produce performance KPIs and ensure stakeholders are kept up to date with departmental and equipment performance.
• Assume responsibility for all building and facility requirements, ensuring compliance with both company policies and legal standards.

Requirements:

• Over 3 years of experience in engineering or maintenance supervision and management.
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative.
• A leader who leads by example to achieve optimal results.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced leadership position.
• Strong communication skills.
• Friendly, approachable, and eager to collaborate with others.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Results-oriented, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• HNC or equivalent in an Engineering Discipline
• Knowledge of LEAN & SIX SIGMA principles (preferred)
• ISOH Managing safely qualification (preferred)
• Experience of CAMMS (Computer Aided Maintenance Management System)

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Title: Maintenance Manager

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire

Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week

Salary: Circa £50,000 - £55,000 (Negotiable / depending on experience)

Overview:

This independent family run business has expanded into the leading wholesaler over the last 40 years now collecting 300 pallets of stock daily and holding stock over 10 million units. They have recently commissioned a new site in Bicester and are seeking an experienced automation engineer with previous management experience to develop the site from the ground up.

Your role will involve meeting the high expectations of our key stakeholders by overseeing both proactive and reactive maintenance of our automated systems, which encompass conveying systems, sortation machines, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS), and advanced packing machines. We seek a candidate who possesses strong engineering skills, is forward-thinking, and is committed to delivering exceptional service.

Daily Duties:

• Oversee both the proactive and reactive maintenance of a comprehensive automated storage and retrieval system to maximize equipment availability.
• Employ established engineering practices to foster an environment of continuous improvement.
• Supervise contracted work to ensure compliance with safety standards at all times.
• Maintain precise and timely records of failure root causes and all completed work, ensuring thorough handover information between shifts.
• Produce performance KPIs and ensure stakeholders are kept up to date with departmental and equipment performance.
• Assume responsibility for all building and facility requirements, ensuring compliance with both company policies and legal standards.

Requirements:

• Over 3 years of experience in engineering or maintenance supervision and management.
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative.
• A leader who leads by example to achieve optimal results.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced leadership position.
• Strong communication skills.
• Friendly, approachable, and eager to collaborate with others.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Results-oriented, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• HNC or equivalent in an Engineering Discipline
• Knowledge of LEAN & SIX SIGMA principles (preferred)
• ISOH Managing safely qualification (preferred)
• Experience of CAMMS (Computer Aided Maintenance Management System)

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job description :
Facilities Manager Technical



Location: Welwyn Garden City

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Salary: £36,996-£46,674 per annum (includes discretionary area)



We are proud to be working with Hertfordshire Constabulary who are currently seeking a Technical Facilities Manager to join their team based in Welwyn Garden City on a full time, permanent basis.



What will you be doing?



Based at Welwyn Garden City HQ, the Facilities team are responsible for ensuring the Constabulary’s buildings across the estate are compliant and fit for purpose and services provided offer value for money.



The Facilities Manager Technical is part of the Estates and Facilities team and is responsible for maintaining various types of Mechanical & Electrical plant across the wider policing estate. The role is responsible for managing the delivery of an effective and compliant facilities management service through in-house staff, suppliers and consultants with a focus on hard services.



RESPONSIBILITIES



· Check and approve expenditure against FM budgets.

· Maintain regular and effective communication with building users, suppliers and colleagues.

· Ensuring policies and procedures are followed.

· Monitor works conducted/service provided by suppliers.

· Audit and inspect supplier works.

· Measure and report supplier performance against agreed SLAs.

· Manage suppliers to ensure effective, safe and compliant delivery of all M&E related services.

· Support development of contract specifications and supplier tender processes.

· Procure goods and services, following procedures and policies.

· Support the capital delivery team advising on replacement programmes.

· Undertake regular building inspections, complete reports and initiate/progress any required works.

· Ensure compliance with all current statutory legislation in respect of health and safety and the environment.

· Manage local environmental activities to meet statutory obligations.

· Ensure compliance with all internal procedures and policies – e.g. Procurement, Finance, Compliance, HR

· Ensure security and emergency procedures are robust and support emergency situations.



What do you need?



· BTEC/HNC Mechanical or Electrical Engineering level qualification, or equivalent experience

· Knowledge of IET regulations and Health and Safety legislation

· Knowledge of ACOP L8

· Ability to undertake risk analysis

· Supervisory experience preferable

· Experience of Technical Facilities Management and energy management across a wider estate.

· Experience of monitoring and targeting work streams

· Good working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office

· Full, valid UK driving licence as you will be required to travel to a number of locations around Hertfordshire.



What next?



Are you interested in this role? Click apply now! You will then be directed to attach your CV and answer a few questions about your experience.

Grounds/Garden Maintenance Team Leader - Bedfordshire area

Grounds Maintenance / Garden Maintenance Team Leader is required by one of UK's largest Horticulture and Grounds Maintenance specialists

Duties will include supervising a small team of operatives who are carrying out duties such as Grass / Lawn Cutting, Edging, Strimming, Hedge cutting, Litter Picking and Weed control and all gardening/grounds maintenance duties, using mowers and powered tools and you will also be carrying out these duties yourself

You will need to be based in the Bedfordshire or Northamptonshire area

Candidates will need have lots of experience using the gardening equipment i.e hedge cutters and lawn mowers etc and also ideally experience in a team leader gardening role

Permanent roles are available after a successful probation period of 13-15 weeks

Pay rate is £14.57 per hour

You will be working in a mobile team of two or three workers

The working hours are 7am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday

Please send a CV or call 01214508950 to apply

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a multi-skilled and capable individual to manage our school site and facilities. We would really welcome your visit if you are;

• dynamic as well as proactive and have the ability to adjust to constantly changing priorities
• computer literate
• able to manage a large plant site and have enough computer knowledge to understand and work with a variety of programs that manage the plant
• able to carry out a range of DIY jobs and repairs
• can manage large and small projects supervising the work of contractors.
• able to work with the cleaning contractors to ensure high quality cleaning
• able to be the H&S officer and contribute to the strategic planning and policy development of the school site
• able to work occasional overtime when needed
• This is a varied and interesting role and you must be able to work effectively as part of a team, take pride in your work, think strategically, be friendly, approachable and have the ability to readily adapt to differing priorities and work well under pressure.

What the school offers its staff



• A well resourced and well maintained school
• A supportive and friendly staff team
• Polite and well behaved pupils who take pride in their environment
• A designated office space
• Annual flu vaccines for those that want it











Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

About The Role
OCS are recruiting for a Facilities Manager to be based in East Kilbride. You will be working flexibly to meet business requirements, Monday to Friday between 07:00 to 22:00, 40 hours per week, on a permanent, full-time basis. You will be responsible for overseeing effective delivery of Cleaning services, Porterage, Catering, Helpdesk, Window Cleaning, Grounds Maintenance and other service lines and ad hoc areas as required. Both BPSS and SC security clearances are required for this role.

Duties will include:

• You will oversee service delivery, manage performance levels and support improvements to service delivery across all service lines, collation and provision of all required reporting, contract administration and support the contract management team, in line with all processes and procedures
• Ensure all process and procedures are in place and regularly reviewed and updated for each service line with the support of the Service Leads for the relevant areas
• Manage the service delivery to the required standards to maintain contractual performance to the required levels against KPIs and SLAs
• Full line management responsibility for the teams on site
• Recruitment of employees to ensure optimum resources levels are maintained at all times
• As a direct point of contact with the client you will be required to build and maintain relationships, acting in a pro- active and professional manner with the ability to solve problems and think on your feet
• Your day to day responsibilities are to manage the site effectively to ensure all areas are fully staffed at all times, audits and daily checks are carried out and that the site runs smoothly and to the agreed service level agreements in place
• You will have an understanding of contracts and exceptional organisational skills
• You will oversee helpdesk management, analyse data and collate reports as required for Facilities Manager and the Senior Management Team to ensure KPIs are met across all service areas

The successful candidate:

• Will have a background relevant experience to effectively deliver the role
• Will manage a team of operational delivery employees, around 20 employees
• Sound financial knowledge regarding budgets, P & L accounts, stock and staffing spends
• A professional management style and knowledge of Payroll and HR procedures including recruitment, disciplinary and grievance hearings would be an advantage
• Ability to demonstrate customer focus and to have daily meetings with the customer
• High level of planning and organisational skills
• You will have direct contact with the client so immaculate personal presentational is key

About The Company
OCS UK & Ireland, part of the OCS Group, is a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates.

Grounds/Garden Maintenance Team Leader - Bedfordshire area

Grounds Maintenance / Garden Maintenance Team Leader is required by one of UK's largest Horticulture and Grounds Maintenance specialists

Duties will include supervising a small team of operatives who are carrying out duties such as Grass / Lawn Cutting, Edging, Strimming, Hedge cutting, Litter Picking and Weed control and all gardening/grounds maintenance duties, using mowers and powered tools and you will also be carrying out these duties yourself

You will need to be based in the Bedfordshire or Northamptonshire area

Candidates will need have lots of experience using the gardening equipment i.e hedge cutters and lawn mowers etc and also ideally experience in a team leader gardening role

Permanent roles are available after a successful probation period of 13-15 weeks

Pay rate is £14.57 per hour

You will be working in a mobile team of two or three workers

The working hours are 7am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday

Please send a CV or call 01214508950 to apply

Role: Assistant Facilities Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary & Package: Leading For The Region

I am assisting a major organisation in the search for an Assistant Facilities Manager. As the Assistant Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring all their offices within the South East are fit for purpose managing both hard and soft services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Facilities Manager
• Liaising with multiple stakeholders
• Facilities admin and coordination
• Regular visits to numerous offices
• Ensuring all offices are fit for purpose
• Ensuring all office compliance is up to date
• Working with the Health & Safety team to ensure a safe working environment
• Working closely with the office managers & building management

Essential Qualifications/Skills

• Previous administration experience with interest to develop
• A good understanding of facilities management
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to travel
• Team player

Sounds great right?

Please contact Sam for more information!

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Role: Assistant Facilities Manager

Location: Southeast

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary & Package: Leading For The Region

I am assisting a major organisation in the search for an Assistant Facilities Manager to join the team in the Southeast. As the Assistant Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring all their offices within the South East are fit for purpose managing both hard and soft services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Facilities Manager
• Liaising with multiple stakeholders
• Facilities admin and coordination
• Regular visits to numerous offices
• Ensuring all offices are fit for purpose
• Ensuring all office compliance is up to date
• Working with the Health & Safety team to ensure a safe working environment
• Working closely with the office managers & building management

Essential Qualifications/Skills

• Previous administration experience with interest to develop
• A good understanding of facilities management
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to travel
• Team player

Sounds great right?

Please contact Sam for more information!

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.