Head of Function — Safety & Operations (Onsite)

Mitie Group plc.; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Campsfield IRC in Oxfordshire is recruiting a Head of Function to lead a key department within the centre, ensuring safety, dignity, and compliance with Home Office standards. The role requires strategic oversight, robust governance, and the ability to inspire teams to deliver high-quality services.

You will drive improvements, manage budgets, and maintain strong relationships with Home Office, emergency services, and senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within detention, custodial, policing, or similar settings.
• Experience managing teams of 50+ staff, including supervising first-line managers.
• Budget management skills, with a focus on controlling costs and delivering value.
• Contract management skills with a proven track record of delivering high performance and contract compliance alongside excellent stakeholder engagement

Responsibilities

• Lead one department within Campsfield IRC ensuring safe, respectful environments and compliant operations.
• Develop strategies to optimise efficiency, improve quality, and control costs while meeting standards.
• Maintain and update operational procedures; ensure staff are informed and equipped to perform roles.
• Provide coaching and development to teams and manage budgets within financial constraints.
• Act as Duty Director during critical times with confidence and professionalism.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team leadership

Budget management

Contract management

Education

Nebosh General Certificate

IOSH Managing Safely

Level 6 qualification (degree/apprenticeship or equivalent)

Job description

Campsfield IRC in Oxfordshire is recruiting a Head of Function to lead a key department within the centre, ensuring safety, dignity, and compliance with Home Office standards. The role requires strategic oversight, robust governance, and the ability to inspire teams to deliver high-quality services.

You will drive improvements, manage budgets, and maintain strong relationships with Home Office, emergency services, and senior leadership.