Facilities Manager

Wincanton are looking for a Facilities Manager to join the team at our B&Q distribution centre in Redhouse, Doncaster. Reporting to the General Manager, this role is responsible for developing a lean mindset and continuous improvement culture within the facilities team, whilst managing effective and efficient site facility services to Wincanton and B&Q standards. With around 700 colleagues onsite at our 850,000 sqft warehouse, this role will require the successful candidate to manage a team of facilities colleagues and the performance of our contract partners. We have a large fleet of MHE vehicles, ideal candidates will have experience of managing MHE. How will you contribute?

• Managing and controlling of the sites MHE fleet, including requirements such as inspections, investigations on reported defects, licences, budget, repair, maintenance, administration and customer management.
• Assist in safety and health campaigns, engaging your team to develop a pro-active safety culture.
• Build a strong working relationship with internal and external customers, including sub-contractors, to ensure that all services are delivered in a professional, timely and cost-effective manner.
• Ensure Contractor and Visitor safety at all times when on site.
• Develop and manage a clearly defined PPM strategy to ensure all site assets are maintained to required standards.
• Procure new suppliers and contractors within Wincanton's new supplier policies and procedures.
• Contractor management including contractor induction, permits to work and works inspection.
• Investigate issues within role scope to establish root cause and instigate corrective action - technical fault-finding.
• Ensure site facilities are managed in accordance with Health and Safety policy and procedures. This will include but is not limited to ensuring all records of installation, licensing and maintenance are up to date, that practices adhere to any required health and safety or legislative requirements, and that records are available for inspection by colleagues and managers on site.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of best practice value to all aspects of facilities with a view to continually improving working practice and efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with, support and guide the rest of the site management team.
  
  § Ideally experience of working in distribution
§ Ideally experience of managing MHE § Proven people management skills including daily management and career development § Leading and delivering LEAN/Continuous Improvement initiatives § Experience of working to and achieving specific targets and deadlines § Managing change projects and engaging with employees § IT and facilities management systems literate § Collation, analysis, and presentation/reporting of technical facilities data for internal and external audiences § Contractor procurement and supervision

In addition to generous remuneration, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include, online discount platform, onsite parking and much more. 20% B&Q Discount On-site gym, changing rooms & showers Sports & social club Local bus route 25 days hols (plus bank holidays) Electric car charging points Relaxing canteen - hot and cold food Wellbeing services Events programmes (raffles, family fun day, charity events) Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That's why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment. Be a part of our values; We're Thoughtful, We're Aiming High and We're Prepared. Our Commitment We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We strive for an environment where all colleagues feel included, supported and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes and we welcome your application. Find out more