Start Well Facilities Development Manager

Are you passionate about creating safe and vibrant environments for children and families? Do you have experience in facilities management and a desire to make a difference in the children's services industry? Our client, a leading organisation in the field of children's services, is seeking a Start Well Facilities Development Manager to join their team on a temporary basis for a period of 3 months. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the efficient maintenance and upkeep of Family Hub buildings and grounds while creating a welcoming and engaging environment for children, families, and professionals.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the facilities management team, including recruitment, induction, training, and performance management.
• Lead the maintenance and upkeep of Family Hub buildings and grounds to ensure a safe, attractive, and vibrant environment.
• Scope facilities improvement projects, develop business cases, and manage project planning and controls.
• Support the management and safe implementation of capital programmes and maintenance schemes.
• Manage maintenance works and act as a point of contact for contractors and site staff.
• Maximise the use of accommodation by the service and outside agencies, ensuring leases are in place and regularly reviewed for compliance.
• Provide costings and prioritisation lists for future development improvements.
• Act as a primary key holder and co-tag manager, ensuring the security of buildings and providing cover in the absence of Centre Assistants.
• Manage emergencies and respond to urgent issues, ensuring appropriate remedial action is taken.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines and standard operating procedures.
• Provide professional advice to operational service managers on site and premises-related issues.
• Manage premises budgets and projects to ensure best value for money.
• Process invoices and recharges for third-party accommodation.

Requirements:

• Detailed knowledge of statutory regulations and best practise guidelines for site and facilities management.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and compliance.
• Experience in income generation mechanisms through leasing arrangements and event room hire.
• Ability to manage expenditure budgets and make financial projections.
• Excellent project management skills and the ability to lead and deliver projects.
• Highly developed communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise workload.
• Experience in managing and developing teams and individuals.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Our client values accountability, determination, honesty and respect, making a difference, and working together. They are committed to providing a learning environment and promoting the development of their employees.

This position may require working outside of regular hours, and the successful applicant must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle.

If you are passionate about creating safe and vibrant environments for children and families, and have the required skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of our client's dedicated team!

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