Total 5 job vacancies by Service Care Solutions

A client within the Public Sector based in Lancashire is currently recruiting for a Facilities Manager to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, contract position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority.

The Role

Key purpose of the role is to manage the Building environment ensuring safe, compliant and quality services are provided and that all statutory requirements and procedures relating to legislation, fire and health and safety are undertaken.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• develop effective customer relationships, with internal and external customers, conducting Building User Group (BUG) meetings, and ensuring customer satisfaction with the service provided
• coordinate actions emerging from the BUG user group, liaising with relevant services as appropriate, feeding back on activities and events relevant to the Building and its surrounding environment and taking ownership for the delivery of tasks and resolution of issues
• monitor and coordinate services and activities delivered within a building ensuring safe working practices are adhered to, working across services to provide a single holistic response to issues.

The Candidate

To be considered for this role you will require NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experiential learning.

IT Literacy and familiarity with computer packages i.e., Microsoft Office.

It will be essential to be in experiences in the below:

• Demonstrable experience of managing multifunctional services and teams.
• Experience of working in a customer service environment and experience of customer liaison.
• Experience of building and maintaining effective working relationships across service areas and with a wide range of customers.

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £17.55 p/h Umbrella Ltd. (approx. £14 p/h PAYE)

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.

Job Title: Facilities Officer
Locations: London, EC1M
Contract Type: Temporary ongoing
Work Pattern: Full time

Our client are looking for a Facilities Officer to support in ensuring their offices are well managed and run effectively and efficiently, providing a safe and comfortable working environment for staff. You will support the delivery of an excellent facilities management service to meet business needs and provide outstanding customer service.

Job Role -

• Arrange and coordinate a variety of service requests, including health and life safety systems and installations to ensure the company's offices always remain compliant with legislation and best practice.
• Carry out periodic testing of alarms and other life-safe installations in line with the requirements and ensure suitable certification is in place.
• Ensure operational requirements and arrangements for door access, alarm and CCTV systems across the portfolio are completed in line with agreed procedures.
• Manage access across a dispersed office portfolio. Consider requests for and print access, ID cards and badges and file electronic authorisations.
• Issue visitor and contractor passes where access is deemed necessary and maintain records in/out.
• Act as point of contact for various external contracts and services such as the Landlord, DX, Royal Mail, commercial refuse and recycling etc.
• Carry out periodic inspection of the offices, noting any non-compliant issues and arranging for rectification.
• Answer defect tickets raised by office members and ensure completion of tasks within the agreed SLA.
• Raise purchase orders for supplier contracts and reactive works.

Candidate Requirements -

• Suitable experience of working in Facilities or property management within a complex office environment, using a variety of facilities management systems.
• Demonstrable experience of managing complex day-to-day arrangements for large and complex buildings.
• Experience of day-to-day management of a complex supply chain and various stakeholders internally.
• A general understanding and experience with Health & Safety regulations at work, relevant to office settings.
• Well-disciplined with the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
• Experience of auditing and stock control of office resources and services.
• Experience in raising POs, managing invoicing and mail services.

If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration.

If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call Lewis at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208 966 or send an E-Mail to Lewis.Hodson@servicecare.org.uk

We specialise in providing top-notch housing repair and maintenance services across the Isle of Wight. Our team is dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction.

We are currently seeking a skilled and versatile Multi-Trade Joiner to join our dynamic housing repair team.

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Multi-Trade Joiner to join our housing repair team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of carpentry and joinery tasks, along with other maintenance duties, to ensure our properties are maintained to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of carpentry and joinery work, including repairs, installations, and maintenance in residential properties
• Carry out basic plumbing, tiling, and decorating tasks as required
• Respond to maintenance requests and emergencies in a timely manner
• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• Ensure all work meets high-quality standards and complies with safety regulations
• Communicate effectively with tenants and provide excellent customer service
• Manage time effectively and work to project deadlines

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Multi-Trade Joiner or in a similar role within housing repair and maintenance
• Proficiency in various carpentry and joinery techniques
• Basic plumbing, tiling, and decorating skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Full clean driving license

Benefits:

• Opportunities for career development and training
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Varied and interesting projects across the Isle of Wight
• Company vehicle provided for work use

How to Apply:

If you are a skilled and motivated Multi-Trade Joiner looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Please apply to this add, or feel free to email me at john.neary@servicecare.org.uk

Role - Ground Maintenance Operative

Pay - £14.34 per hour Umbrella Ltd

Hours - 45 per week

Service Care Solutions have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Ground Maintenance Operative to work for a Housing Association based on the Isle of Wight on a temporary basis.

You will be working out of Isle of Wight on a 45 hour week, carrying out the below duties:

• Carry out general cleansing, waste management, grounds maintenance and park keeping duties as directed by supervisor. This will consist of;
  • Mowing grass
  • Strimming
  • Hedge and shrub cutting
  • Litter picking
• Developing and maintaining an excellent health and safety culture within the organisation and a high level of awareness amongst all staff working together towards zero accidents and work related ill health.
• Report any potential dangerous hazards or occurrences identified during the working day to line supervisor.

Requirements:

• Previous Ground Maintenance experience.
• Be able to work outside in all weathers.
• Physically fit due to ground conditions.
• Holding a Full UK Driving License desireable due to location of depot.

Working hours:

• Monday to Thursday 7am till 16:45pm and Friday 7am till 15:30pm

For more information on this role, please contact Prakash on 01772 208967 or email prakash.panchani@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions are looking for a Senior Facilities Manager to work within the Lancashire Constabulary on a 3-month initial contract.

Location: Preston

Job role/responsibilities:
To provide leadership, ownership, accountability, and direction across the Facilities Management department to support delivery of the constabulary's strategic aims and objectives.

• Develop and deliver strategies and policies for all aspects of Facilities Management, ensuring effective compliance in line with regulatory and legislative requirements to meet the needs of the Constabulary and its customers.
• Provide professional support, guidance, advice and prepare reports for the EFM Executive Leadership Team (ELT), the OPCC, and other Service Users on matters included within the area of responsibilities.
• Ensure departmental resilience by providing cover for other departmental managers and making business decisions in their absence as agreed by the Head of Department
• Contribute to the development of effective and efficient property portfolio and services, including build, acquisition, and disposal of property, building replacement and capital investment plan.
• Be responsible for leading, daily management and function of the Facilities Management department.
• To be responsible for performance management across the Facilities Management department, including but not limited to SLAs, specifications, procurement, and contract management.
• Be responsible for leading, overall management, monitoring and compliance across the range of FM services force wide.
• Manage, monitor, review, and report on contracted service functions across the Force within own area of responsibility.
• Ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are in place with regards to Business Continuity.

Knowledge/Experience required:

• Experience of a managing a high quality, measurable, customer focused business support service.
• Experience of formulating and developing strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Experience of contract management and tendering processes in line with established Force procurement practices and frameworks.
• An understanding of capital accounting, use of Red Book valuations and RICS service charges code of practice.
• Experience of managing and knowledge of RICS GP Surveying, compliant valuations, including asset, market, and insurance.
• Experience of preparing and delivering management information, briefings, and reports.
• Negotiating and influencing with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications required:

• Degree in Business or Facilities Management or equivalent qualification.
• Qualification in a relevant Health and Safety area, e.g. IOSH or NEBOSH.
• Membership of professional body (e.g. IWFM, CIOB).
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development.

If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £250.