Group Leader - Property Operations - Wales in Aberporth

Location: Aberporth, Wales, United Kingdom

Role Type: Permanent – Full Time

Role ID: 20734

Role Purpose: As a member of the Estates Delivery discipline within UK Defence Operations, the GL - Property Operations Group Leader will effectively lead and deliver Site Property Operations (Hard and Soft FM) in accordance with all legal and regulatory frameworks, to enable users to continue to occupy.

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for delivering Property Operations capability, in an operationally safe and efficient manner.
• Assuring it is fit for purpose for both the short- and long-term requirements of the business.
• Foreseeing and avoiding any potential impacts that Property Operations activities may have on the delivery of QQ business, capability or site tenants.
• Effective management of cost centre budgets and demand plans, providing accurate forecasting and reporting, collaborating across the business as required.
• Define the site strategy for the delivery of all aspects of property services and ensure compliance is maintained.
• Provide assurance that all facility asset maintenance schedules are being adhered to and all contractual and regulatory documentation is up to date and accurate.
• Ensure effective management with key stakeholders and inter departments such as HSE, tenants and MoD where applicable.
• Manage and develop their team in line with QinetiQ policies and procedures.
• Minimise reliance on subcontractor framework and look for in sourcing possibilities at all junctions.
• Use of technical and property knowledge to challenge and define site deliverables.
• Understand the technical requirements of the site including that of any third parties and ensure compliance.
• Resolution/Escalation of Queries – To resolve a wide range of complex queries and support others with the resolution of more complex issues, escalating where appropriate.
• Communication/ Collaboration - To deliver a high standard of communication to establish relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement - To identify and lead continuous improvement activities relevant to processes within their role.
• Resilience - To be responsible for maintaining and developing the capability and competency of their team.
• Professional Development – To represent/share the latest wider industry best practices with colleagues.
• People Leadership - To have functional line management responsibility for a large team.
• Team Performance - To set expectation, manage performance and results within their team.
• Strategic Direction - To develop, maintain, own and implement strategies which will ensure the delivery of agile and efficient Services.
• Financial - Ownership and management of cost centres, annual budget submission alongside current and future investment expectations.
• Safety - Lead by example, champion best practice and encourage others to demonstrate appropriate leadership behaviours.

Key Capabilities/Knowledge:

• Leadership skills to create successful teams and drive business delivery.
• Ability to develop trusted relationships across the stakeholder community.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of the safety principles of the management of hazardous activities.
• Flexible mobility around UK required; there is a requirement and expectation of onsite presence.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Electrical or Mechanical Experience.
• Health & Safety qualification (IOSH or NEBOSH General Certificate).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to adjust approach and make recommendations accordingly.

Our Recruitment Process:

At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ.

Our Benefits:

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance.
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days.
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance.
• Employee discount portal.
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community.