What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Manager position at Gold Care Homes?
About Us:
Gold Care Homes is a well-established national independent Care Homes group for the elderly. Gold Care Homes was established in 1999 and has since grown to operate 34 care homes across the South of England. The group offers a range of services which includes residential, nursing, frail elderly and dementia care.
We are in search of an experienced Facilities Manager to Join our team.
Role Overview:
The Facilities Manager is responsible for ensuring the care home’s infrastructure and facilities are maintained to a high standard, creating a safe, comfortable, and efficient environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This role encompasses the management of building maintenance, compliance, health and safety, and vendor relations.
The ideal candidate will need to travel across various locations to provide maintenance support as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the maintenance of all facilities, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, and general repairs.
- Conduct routine inspections of the premises to identify and address maintenance needs.
- Schedule and oversee planned maintenance works, ensuring minimal disruption to care services.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including fire safety, emergency preparedness, and infection control protocols.
- Provide support and presence while regular risk assessments are carried out on annual basis and implement measures to mitigate potential hazards.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation for health and safety compliance, including equipment servicing records.
- Liaise with external contractors and service providers for maintenance, repairs, and equipment procurement.
- Monitor contractor performance to ensure high standards of service delivery.
- Manage budgets for maintenance-related expenses.
- Monitor and manage energy usage to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Oversee waste disposal and recycling processes in line with environmental regulations.
- Manage inventories of maintenance supplies and other moveable equipment.
- Create and oversee schedules for maintenance tasks and projects.
- Implement BCP as required to manage emergency repairs and crisis situations.
- Respond promptly to reactive tasks raised via ticketing software and any urgent issues, including equipment failures and environmental hazards.
Qualifications:
- Diploma or degree in Facilities Management, Building Services, or a related field.
- IOSH or NEBOSH certification is highly desirable.
Experience:
- Proven experience in facilities management, preferably within a healthcare or care home environment.
- Strong understanding of building maintenance, compliance, and health and safety requirements.
Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Proficiency in using maintenance management software and tools.
- Ability to manage budgets.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to maintenance and compliance.
- Committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for residents and staff.
- Resilient and able to respond effectively to emergencies or challenges.
Benefits:
- Salary up to £35,000 per annum company car provision.
- ESAS – Salary Advance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Perkbox
- Employee of the Month
- Long term service awards
- Blue Light Card
- Professional Development
- Refer a Friend
Salary : $35,000
