Facilities Supervisor

Medirest Signature; London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company in London is seeking a Soft Service Supervisor at HMP Wandsworth. The role involves supervising a team dedicated to creating a secure environment. Candidates should have supervisory experience in facilities management, knowledge of health and safety, and strong organisational skills. This position offers a full-time contract with various employee benefits including holidays, private GP access, and discounts.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus Bank Holidays

private GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

financial rewards

retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Recognised experience in facilities management is essential.
• Candidates must have good knowledge of health and safety.
• Strong organisational and time management skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Wandsworth.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance staff to maintain security.

Skills

supervisory skills in facilities management

experience of compliance

knowledge of health and safety requirements

strong organisational skills

time management skills

people skills

Education

relevant professional qualifications in facilities or project management

Job description

Job Role: Soft Service Supervisor (Facilities Supervisor)
Location: HMP Wandsworth
Salary: £34,931.68
Contract: Full Time - 39hrs

We are seeking a dedicated General Supervisor to join our team at HMP Wandsworth, a category B male prison.

Join a team that is more than just colleagues - we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive family, creating a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Wandsworth operates like a self-contained city, requiring hundreds of staff to keep it functioning. As part of the Facilities Maintenance Team, your work will impact prisoners, staff, visitors, families, and the wider community.

You will work alongside experienced colleagues including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a secure environment.

If you want to use your skills to create a better future, we encourage you to apply and join our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change.

We are a Ministry of Justice business providing critical services to HMPPS, seeking a candidate with:

• Recognised experience and supervisory skills in facilities management
• Experience of compliance
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements
• Relevant professional qualifications (facilities or project management)
• Good Health & Safety knowledge
• Strong organisational, time management, and people skills

If this describes you, we want to hear from you!

Explore a rewarding career at GFSL.

Joining us means helping ensure prisons are secure and safe, and supporting prisoners' reintegration into society.

Benefits include 25 days holidays plus Bank Holidays, private GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, financial rewards, and retailer discounts.

We focus on safety, inclusivity, and career development. Join us and make a difference.

Pride In People.

We promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring all employees have a voice, feel belonging, and can be their true selves. We value everyone's contributions and are committed to fairness and ongoing learning.

GFSL's services will transfer to a private provider in Spring 2026 following procurement. We will share more details as the process unfolds.

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