Head of Facilities

Nightingale Hammerson cares for over 250 residents tailoring our approaches within our residential nursing dementia respite and palliative care. We are enormously proud of our homes with our South London home Nightingale House being rated as Outstanding and our North London Hammerson House as Good in its first year open by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

As the Head of Facilities youll lead initiatives to enhance our facilities by planning and executing programs aimed at improving operational efficiency and safety. Your leadership will ensure that the highest standards are met for our Residents and Team Members

What will your typical day involve

In this role youll be responsible for a wide array of duties. Including strategic planning where youll develop and implement plans aligned with organisational goals to enhance efficiency and costeffectiveness. Collaborating closely with care teams youll ensure exceptional service standards are maintained fostering a culture of continuous improvement in customer service. Overseeing daytoday operations and maintenance youll prioritise compliance with regulations implement preventative maintenance programmes optimise space utilisation and manage vendors effectively.
Additionally youll play a key role in budgeting and cost control managing department budgets while implementing strategies to minimise expenses without sacrificing quality.

Leading and supporting staff youll create a collaborative work environment focused on accountability and growth. Emergency preparedness will also be a priority as youll develop and maintain response plans to ensure safety during emergencies while also spearheading sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact through energy conservation and waste reduction.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to drive operational excellence and contribute to the overall success of our organisation.

Who are we looking for

The ideal candidate for this position will possess a Bachelors degree in facilities management engineering business administration or a related field along with proven experience in facilities management including leadership roles with increasing levels of responsibility. A strong understanding of building systems construction principles and relevant regulations and codes is essential.

Excellent communication interpersonal and leadership skills are vital for success in this role. The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritise tasks is also essential.

Proficiency in computeraided facilities management (CAFM) software and other relevant technology tools is expected. Certification in facilities management such as CFM or FMP would be advantageous.

What is in it for you

• Free pick up and drop service to East Finchley tube station (Hammerson House)
• Car parking on site (Nightingale House)
• Access to the Apples and Honey Nightingale preschool and daycare on site (Nightingale House)
• A friendly supportive teamworking environment
• Highly competitive rates of pay
• Training & development opportunities
• Flexible working patterns
• 25 days (plus bank holidays) annual leave increasing over time
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• Refer a friend bonus scheme (T&C applied)

Hours

Full Time 37.5 hours a week

Salary

from 55000 per annum

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If youre a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a passion for facilities management we encourage you to apply.

Its also very important to us that as well as meeting the job description you can bring a wealth of experience and qualities that make you ideal for working with the elderly on a daily basis.

Values:

Embrace and embody our core values of Compassion Respect Excellence Dignity Integrity and Teamwork.

Safeguarding

Our positions are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosures which will be completed upon a successful application. All applications will be handled individually following our policy and organisational requirements. Please do not apply if you require sponsorship.

Diversity

We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and residents we serve. Youll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose helping people live longer healthier happier lives and making a better world.