Domestic Manager

OCS Group; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Domestic Manager in Hull to ensure cleanliness in healthcare facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare cleaning, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage contracts effectively. Key responsibilities include supervising the cleaning team and maintaining high hygiene standards. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role offers an opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years in Healthcare Cleaning/Hotel Services environment.
• Demonstrable track record in delivering Cleaning/Hotel Services.
• Must have Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of hospital facilities.
• Develop contract operations and manage costs effectively.
• Maintain adherence to Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.

Skills

Strong leadership and team management skills

Knowledge of cleaning protocols and health and safety regulations

Excellent client relationship management skills

Education

NEBOSH/IOSH Certificate

Job description

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role

Days of Working: Working 5 out of 7 days to the needs of the business.

Are you an experienced Domestic or Cleaning Manager with a passion for maintaining a pristine environment? Do you thrive in a fast-paced healthcare setting and enjoy leading a team to success? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become an essential part of our large team.

As the Domestic Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of our hospital facilities. Your leadership will be instrumental in guiding our domestic team to uphold the highest standards of hygiene and create a comfortable environment for our patients, visitors, and staff.

Working Hours: Will be 5 days out of 7 to meet the needs of the business and have a base working shift of 8-4pm. Working shift times will need to be flexible as the contract operates 24hrs a day. You may be required to work across both sites located in Hull.

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Overall responsibility for quality performance on the contract with respect to Cleaning which will include but is not limited to:
• Account management responsibility to develop contract operations
• Ensure that all OCS and Client Health and Safety Policies and Procedures are adhered to, referring conflicts to the Client where necessary.
• Maintain and monitor agreed quality systems, ensuring preventative and remedial actions are taken where necessary as laid down in the contract specification.
• Regularly review and recommend potential service improvements and/or cost savings to Management.
• Take responsibility for cost control of the Cleaning and promote methods to maximise profitability & reduce costs without compromising Health & Safety, service or quality.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Must have Right to Work in the UK.
• A Standard DBS will be completed for the successful candidate.
• Minimum of four years in a Healthcare Cleaning/Hotel Services environment
• Proven background in delivering a range of Cleaning/Hotel Services would be a pre-requisite.
• NEBOSH/IOSH Certificate would be desirable
• IH Membership, appropriate trade qualifications and recognition.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a passion for motivating and inspiring others.
• Knowledge of cleaning protocols and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to interpret contractual documentation and translate into working specifications.
• Business development, retention and championing new and up to date initiatives are keys to success in this role.
• Demonstrable track record of excellent client relationship management and customer-facing/partnering skills.
• Must have experience of full budgetary control to include complex fixed price or nil subsidy contracts.

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.