Deputy FM Contract Manager - HMP Fosse Way in Leicester

Deputy FM Manager to join our team at HMP Fosse Way, a brand new Category C resettlement prison in Leicester with the capacity to house around 1,700 prisoners.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day organisation of planned maintenance work (statutory and contractual), reactive repairs and local projects.
• Report to and deputise for the on-site Facilities Manager and manage relationships with operational colleagues at all levels.
• Lead first line management of a team of Engineers and Staff with a variety of skills; ensure training is up to date and site health & safety procedures are followed.
• Ensure Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work are adhered to; manage Contractors and ensure remedial work tasks are completed on time following maintenance; react to new challenges as they arise.
• Monitor ongoing work, ensure work is delivered to high standards and within timescales; supervise and develop staff.
• Manage training and development of the team and deputise for the Facilities Manager in their absence in staff management and development.
• Monitor spend and financial commitments in line with policy and guidance; produce spend data as required.

What you’ll need to do the role

• Proven strong supervisory/management experience of providing first line leadership.
• Ideally hold an Engineering qualification or have relevant experience, and knowledge of systems within a similar environment; fully conversant with statutory requirements.
• Assist in the development of maintenance plans that ensure the establishment is safe and compliant.
• Plan and programme maintenance activities according to the programme held in the CAFM system and prioritise work by safety, compliance and contractual needs.
• Allocate work according to staff on a daily basis.
• Track, monitor and manage the progress of work and the productivity of staff.
• Provide appropriate challenge and assurance to ensure that work is delivered to the highest standards and within timescales.
• Deputise for the Facilities Manager in their absence in dealing with staff management and development.
• Monitor spend and financial commitments in line with policy and guidance; produce spend data as required.

Additional Requirements

• Manage and monitor the Facilities "Out of Hours" call out roster.
• Deputise for the FM Manager at meetings and other absences.

Why Serco

• A place you can make an impact - We look after around 5,000 prisoners in our prisons and have been in the business for 25 years, employing 2,000 colleagues in our 6 custodial contracts.
• A place you can count on - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop.
• A place for you - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed within a supportive and safe culture.

What we offer

• Pension - up to 6%
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Chance to contribute to innovation in the Justice sector
• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion
• A Serco benefits portal offering a wide range of discounts for major high street brands in Retail, Leisure & Hospitality
• A safe and supportive culture
• Free on site parking
• Use of on site gym
• Subsidised meals
• Blue light discounts
• Opportunities to gain additional qualifications
• Continuous professional development opportunities

Application information

All Serco employees must ensure that their current line manager is aware of their application. For confidential enquiries please contact MyHR. Serco are Disability Confident Leader employers and are committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.