Deputy Head of FM - HMP Addiewell

Job Introduction

Are you an experienced facilities professional who can manage multi-disciplinary teams? 

Are you educated to degree level (or through experience) in a relevant FM subject, such as facilities, estates or property management? 

If yes, then we would love to receive your application! HMP Addiewell have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy FM Manager to join our team. In this role, you will deliver a high-quality professional Facilities Management service by ensuring the prison remains secure, effective, and fit for purpose.

Reporting into the Head of Facilities Management, you will assist and deputise (in the absence of the Head of FM) in providing the day-to-day operational delivery of hard services through in-house teams and specialist contractors. You will assist in the reporting and delivery of all major asset life cycle, capital expenditure and business led projects (circa £800k per annum).

HMP Addiewell is a high security prison, with a focus on enabling those in its care to change their life pathway. We have a strong and concerted focus on supporting prisoners to address their offending behaviour through delivery of programmes and working with a range of professionals including prison custody officers. We deliver relevant skills via training and employment and work with all areas of the wider community to ensure that prisoners have the best possible chance of leading positive lives following release. 

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Line manage the Maintenance team, including carrying out 1-2-1s and mid/end of year reviews
• Assist the Head of FM to set the direction, shape the strategy, mission, vision and aims for Facilities and HMP Addiewell
• Provide updates to the Head of FM and the SLT, ensuring targets and objectives are met, driving innovation, and delivering best practice and standards across the function
• Manage and develop high quality, cost effective Facilities Management services throughout HMP Addiewell ensuring value for money and reducing risks in both steady and surge states 
• Undertake the roles of a statue of AP/RP where required - including knowledge & awareness of Legionnaire RP (training will be given) 
• Effectively manage contracts, including outsourced service, ensuring optimum performance and value for money
• Take a proactive approach to mitigating risk, coordinating the risk management procedures across the prison, maintaining all required documentation, and ensuring compliance with all policies, legal and statutory requirements, including those for Health and Safety, Building, Fire Protection and legionnaire L8 responsible person (role as RP, training will be given)

**please see attached job description for full job responsibilities**

Hours: 37.5 hours per week – on-site role working Monday-Friday

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)

As well as a competitive starting salary, you will receive an array of excellent company benefits including free meals, free parking, use of on-site gym and fitness classes, group discount schemes, life assurance, pension and much more!

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. 

All offers are subject to full security clearance.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!