Title: Facilities Manager
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Facilities Manager in HMP Wymott, Ulnes Walton, Leyland, Preston, Lancashire, PR26 8LW.
The standard hours of work are 39 per week, Monday to Friday.
Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account working on Facilities Management, delivering critical services for prisons that make a real positive impact across the UK.
At Amey, we’re supporting our justice client, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing them with safe, clean and efficient prisons. By using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.
What you will do:
- People manage a large team of staff, including handling disciplinary and employment processes
- To oversee the day to day operation and strategic management of the Estate / building on behalf of the Client, developing customer relations with the establishment
- Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with the Health and Safety Policy
- Achieve and maintain Statutory and Mandatory Compliance
- Ensure that KPIs are achieved and that staff are aware of their role in service delivery.
- Update the Environmental Management System for site and ensure that measures to reduce the risk to the environment are adhered to.
What you will bring:
- Customer relationship management with good communication skills
- Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and implementation of policies
- Sound knowledge of Statutory and Mandatory Compliance with experience of preparing for external audits
- Recognised and relevant technical or FM qualification is preferred
- Solid experience in delivery of Hard FM (ideally 5 years)
- Proven experience of direct management of a large team
We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.
If you have most but not all these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, as we may be able to offer development or training to support you.
Prison Security Clearance including DBS will be required (Amey will support you through this process).
Why join Amey?
At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.
Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.
- Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
- Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles like Regional Operations Manager.
- Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
- Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
- Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
- Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
- Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
- Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
- Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
- Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.
- On Site - free parking, use of gym, catering facilities.
About Amey
We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.
Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.
Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.
To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers
Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion
At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.
As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.
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***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***
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