Operational Services Manager

Operational Services Manager Location: Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands, Shefford, SG17 5TQ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £22.74 per hour Job Ref: OR13166 Job Responsibilities Promote the optimal use of the Council s assets for service delivery and ensure a favorable return from commercial and agricultural investments. Facilitate regeneration and act as a single, integrated service area responsible for full operational and strategic facilities and estates management on the council s non-housing properties. Provide strong line management and lead the development of the Council s operational estates, facilities, maintenance, and minor works. Oversee a robust maintenance management system, ensuring both planned and reactive maintenance, operational compliance, and strategic delivery. Manage cleaning, security, and maintenance services, leading procurement processes, evaluating contractor performance, and ensuring value-for-money outcomes. Act as Contract Manager, responsible for contract governance, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring performance outcomes are met. Oversee investment planning and minor works across the estate, including upgrades, repairs, and compliance with lease obligations. Participate in the out-of-hours on-call system. Person Specifications Applicants should demonstrate the following: Experience in asset management and a strong understanding of ..... full job details .....