Supervisor

Government Facility Services Ltd; Wotton-under-Edge; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization providing essential facility management in Wotton-under-Edge seeks a General Supervisor to lead a team ensuring a safe environment. Key responsibilities include supervising maintenance, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining records. The ideal candidate has strong supervisory and organizational skills along with relevant qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Death in Service at 4x salary

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial reward mechanisms

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Previous recognised experience in facilities management.
• Experience of compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Strong health & safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the Facilities Maintenance Team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage maintenance and repair activities.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Organisational skills

Time-management

People skills

Education

Relevant professional qualifications in facilities management or project management

Job description

Job Details

Job Role: General Supervisor

Location: HMP Eastwood Park, Falfield, GL12 8DB

Salary: £36,066.96 per annum

Contract: Permanent – 39hrs per week – Mon‑Fri

Holidays: 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays

Benefits: Includes non‑contractual benefits such as Death in Service at 4x salary, private GP consultations, Employee Assistance Programme, financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts.

About the Role

You will work in a supportive, inclusive workplace with a strong focus on safety and a competitive benefits package. You will join a self‑contained community, as part of the Facilities Maintenance Team, managing operations that impact prisoners, staff and visitors.

As a General Supervisor you will work alongside experienced colleagues – plumbers, electricians, carpenters, painters, cleaners and administrators – to maintain a safe and secure environment.

You will use your skills to create a better future for others, supporting rehabilitation and positive change.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the Facilities Maintenance Team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage maintenance and repair activities for the prison environment.
• Collaborate with staff and external contractors to support safe operations.
• Maintain accurate records and reports for HM Prison Service and Ministry of Justice.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous recognised experience and supervisory skills in facilities management.
• Experience of compliance and knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements.
• Relevant professional qualifications in facilities management or project management.
• Strong health & safety knowledge.
• Excellent organisational, time‑management and people skills.

Why Join GFSL

GFSL is a Ministry of Justice business providing critical services to HMPPS. We value diversity and inclusion, offering career progression opportunities and a supportive culture.

Future plans involve the transfer of FM services to a private provider by August 2027, following a successful procurement process.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are passionate about promoting greater diversity, creating a workplace where all employees feel heard, belonging, and empowered to be their true selves.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!