Facility Supervisor

TipTopJob; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facility Supervisor (Caretaker) to join their dedicated team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role offers the opportunity to manage cleaning staff, ensure high standards of service, and maintain building security in a busy school environment. The ideal candidate will possess excellent customer service and organizational skills, along with a commitment to safeguarding and supporting children and vulnerable adults. With competitive pay and a range of benefits, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a positive impact in their community.

Benefits

Up to 29 days annual leave

Paid DBS, induction, and training

Full uniform and equipment provided

Opportunities for training and career development

Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle2work scheme

Salary sacrifice car lease and home electronics schemes

Pay enhancements for weekends and bank holidays

Employee support services

Staff discounts on travel passes and leisure activities

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and managing cleaning staff.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Supervise cleaning staff and manage building security.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Cleaning Standards Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Health and Safety Procedures

Self-Motivation

Management Experience

Job description

Facility Supervisor (Caretaker)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary: A GBP 28,163 - GBP 30,060 per annum, pay award pending

Hours: 37 hours per week

Facility Services and Civic Management work across the city and Gateshead, providing building cleaning, caretaking, school meals, and welfare catering services.

They have a large team of cleaners, cleaner supervisors, facility supervisors (caretakers), catering assistants, assistant chefs, and chefs working various hours and shifts in schools and public buildings.

Their service is committed to delivering high standards of service to their customers and investing in staff development.

The Role

They are currently looking for reliable and friendly individuals with a positive attitude to join their team as a Facility Supervisor (Caretaker).

They Are Looking For Someone Who

• Has good customer service skills.
• Possesses good interpersonal skills and can resolve on-site issues.
• Has knowledge of cleaning standards and can undertake cleaning tasks.
• Is capable of regular stooping, bending, lifting, and carrying of equipment, materials, furniture, and climbing ladders.
• Has excellent organizational skills and can work with limited supervision.
• Communicates effectively in spoken English with the public.
• Has management or supervision experience of staff.
• Knows health and safety procedures and applies them in the workplace.
• Is self-motivated and able to meet fixed deadlines.

To succeed, you must be able to undertake split shift requirements, manage building security, set alarms, handle health and safety issues, and supervise cleaning staff.

You will manage your own time, handle varying workloads, and clean a designated area for approximately fifteen hours weekly. Flexibility around key school events and lettings is required.

To work effectively in a busy school environment, you should be positive, hardworking, and able to build good relationships with staff, children, and parents. A commitment to high standards of service and customer care is essential.

The organization is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This role involves regulated activity, and successful candidates will undergo criminal background checks, police checks, and barred list screenings.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay rates.
• Up to 29 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Paid DBS, induction, and training.
• Full uniform and equipment provided free of charge.
• Opportunities for training and career development.
• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Cycle2work scheme.
• Salary sacrifice car lease and home electronics schemes.
• Pay enhancements for weekends, bank holidays, and unsociable hours.
• Employee support services, including a confidential health assistance program.
• Staff discounts on travel passes and leisure activities.

If you believe you are suitable and would like to apply, please continue with your application.