About this role
Job summary
Responsible for managing the delivery of a compliant high quality, safe, efficient and value for money multi-faceted Facilities service which may include - Laundry & Linen, Domestic Services including deep cleaning, Portering, General Office, Postal services and Accommodation Services at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.Responsible for ensuring continuous high quality service standards are delivered and maintained in accordance with legislation and NHS guidelines.
Provides management support to the Facilities Lead at Doncaster Royal Infirmary on the full range of Facilities Services.
Provides management support to Facilities projects & operational requirements across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
Communicate information to a range of internal and external personnel. Ensure services provided by Facilities Services are customer focused. Act as point of contact at Doncaster Royal Infirmary for Cleaning,Portering, General Services, and Postal Services. Monitor and evaluate operational services on an ongoing basis. Schedule and control the workload of Facilities Teams. Deputise for the Facilities Lead at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. Analyse and monitor financial information t. Identify efficiencies. Provide support to the Facilities Leads & Head of Facilities. Ensure the provision and maintenance of a safe environment . To manage all activities in accordance with legislation . Liaise with other managers in incorporating environmental andcleanliness standards . Responsible for implementing Infection Prevention & Control Strategies. Investigate & respond to complaints. Responsible for implementing Trust HR policies. Monitor and take action for Trust targets on Appraisals and Training. Recruitment - Appointing Officer. Responsible for sickness absence management. Support and guide staff to take ownership and responsibility for thedelivery of services to improve performance. Carry out investigations. Key member of the Facilities Management Team for response in the eventof a Major Incident. Responsible for seeking out appropriate information to support businessand service objectives.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
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Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience Essential
Experience of operational management within a large organisation - NHS, Hotel/Hospitality/Independent Facilities Service Providers Experience of implementing Human Resources (HR) policies and procedures Experience of managing compliance and risk within Facilities services Health & Safety assessment experience Knowledge of auditing and/or monitoring systems Experience of financial controls Knowledge of procurement process Proven high level of communication skills using a range of methods including written, verbal and presentations Leadership and managerial experience
Desirable
Experience of Facilities management within the NHS Experience in policy development and implementation Budget management Experience of monitoring contracts and Service Level Agreements (SLA's) Knowledge of PLACE Knowledge of NHS Agenda for Change pay scales Knowledge of the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2025 Knowledge of National Standards for Healthcare Food and Drink 2022
Qualifications & Training Essential
Hold a management and/or Facilities qualification such as ILM and/or Foundation/Degree level 5/6 and/or equivalent experience in management practice & Facilities Services Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development Willingness to undertake further training and development.
Desirable
Project management experience Evidence of experience in Lean working methodology Experience of contract management
Personal Attributes & Skills Essential
Proven ability to problem solve and work on own initiative Methodical and good analytical skills Resilient mindset, ability to manage multiple competing priorities Positive interpersonal and good communication skills Ability to influence, command respect and to establish credibility with staff and key stakeholders Tactful, diplomatic and at ease with a diverse range of service users Ability to motivate and develop staff and teams Uphold the Trust Vision & Values Flexible approach to working arrangements (may include weekends and evenings)
Desirable
Creative, innovative and visionary mind set
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Armthorpe Road
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)