Facilities and Compliance Manager

SimX Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in horticulture is seeking a Facilities and Compliance Manager to ensure safety and compliance at their Garden in Salford. The ideal candidate will have extensive facilities management knowledge and experience in a varied environment. Responsibilities include managing maintenance and leading a team to meet the needs of the organization and its visitors. The role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Free parking

Discounts on RHS Retail

Holiday entitlement (25 days)

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in facilities and buildings management in a large and varied environment.
• Demonstrable knowledge of maintenance, compliance, fire safety, and soft FM services.

Responsibilities

• Manage all planned/reactive maintenance and ensure compliance.
• Lead Facilities team and oversee annual budget.
• Provide expertise to stakeholders ensuring service meets requirements.

Skills

Facilities management expertise

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Budget management

Education

Qualification in facilities management or related field

Health and Safety qualification (IOSH/NEBOSH)

Job description

Overview

Facilities and Compliance Manager – RHS Garden Bridgewater, Salford, Greater Manchester M28 2LJ. Circa £35,000 per annum based on experience. The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is seeking an exceptional Facilities and Compliance Manager to ensure provision of buildings, facilities and services that are safe, compliant and meet the needs of the RHS and its visitors. The post holder will work to a high professional standard to ensure regulatory compliance and continuity of business operations, providing subject matter expertise to a range of stakeholders at RHS Bridgewater.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for all planned and reactive maintenance, legislative and regulatory compliance, fire safety, and soft FM services including security, cleaning and waste provision.
• Lead and manage the Facilities team and oversee the annual budget.
• Provide subject matter expertise to stakeholders and ensure services meet RHS requirements and visitor needs.

Qualifications

• Extensive demonstrable knowledge of buildings/estate management for all associated hard and soft service provisions.
• A recognised qualification in facilities management, building trades or professional body (e.g. RICS/IWFM/CIBSE/CIOB).
• Experience of Building Management Systems.
• A recognised Health and Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH, NEBOSH General Certificate).
• Extensive proven experience of facilities and/or buildings management in a large and varied environment with knowledge of technical, cost and legislation matters applicable to property.
• Proven experience of managing a maintenance team effectively.

About the RHS

To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity whose mission is to inspire everyone to grow. We are known globally for our Shows and Gardens, climate research, community outreach, and horticultural education. RHS Garden Bridgewater and Hilltop expansion reflect our ongoing journey to make the UK greener and more beautiful. We value the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas each team member brings, across channels, volunteering, visitor services and campaigns.

Benefits

• Free parking for staff at one of the five gardens
• Free access to RHS Gardens and Flower Shows
• 20% discount on all RHS Retail
• Discounted food and drink from catering outlets
• Employee discounts and cashback schemes
• Holiday entitlement (25 days, increasing with service)
• Bike to work scheme
• Pension with employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme for staff and immediate family
• Monthly Garden magazine and gardening advice
• Sponsorship for external studies

How to apply

To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online. Apply by 4pm on 31st March 2022.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Job Details

Location: M28, Walkden, City and Borough of Salford, United Kingdom

Job Type: Permanent

Posted: 2022-03-17

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