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We're currently recruiting a dedicated Operations Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Healthcare on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As an Operations Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

The day-to-day management, through a team of supervisors of the South Bristol Community Hospital covering the cleaning, portering and security teams. Planning and delivering an effective and optimum service within allocated resources and budget to the standards agreed in the Service Level Specification.

Could you bring your spark to Healthcare? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• To possess good communication skills in order to liaise with a range of staff, both internal and external customers, and to provide and receive information on a range of issues some of which require independent judgement.
• To have the ability to explain technical issues to staff, to assess staff training requirements, and to provide advice, instruction and training.
• To possess detailed knowledge of Portering Services and requirements of the Portering, Waste and Linen Service Level Specifications.
• To possess detailed knowledge of Cleaning services and requirements of the Cleaning Service Level Specifications.
• To possess detailed knowledge of Security services and requirements of the Security Service Level Specifications.
• To possess good team leadership/supervisory skills and an understanding of the different roles and skills of team members.
• Ability to organise the day-to-day work of the Cleaning, Portering & Security Team and adjust as necessary for unplanned absences.
• An ability to make judgements and decisions using own initiative, which may be critical to the effective delivery of services.
• An ability to plan and organise own work including working to agreed targets and objectives, and in unpredictable situations where demands are service led.
• To have an understanding of Health & Safety, Manual Handling, Medical Gas and Infection Control Policies & Procedures, in order to make judgements on compliance and resolve any issues.
• The role will involve concentration for effective delivery of services and a strong ability to work with frequent interruptions and unpredictable situations.
• The role will require the post holder to offer support and guidance to staff, both personal and professional.
• Duties will involve coming into contact with distressed patients/visitors and deceased patients.

Operations Manager - South Bristol Community Hospital

£32,000 per annum

40 hours per week

Our ideal Operations Manager will:

Essential

• Proven experience in managing successful teams in a similar environment
• Experience of leading and managing a team of people
• Excellent financial acumen
• I.T literate
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Soft Services / Domestic Service Manager background
• Self motivated and ability to adapt to a changing environment
• Management qualification

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• To help with the cost of living crisis throughout this winter, Compass will be providing a free meal or equivalent Subsidy while working
• All team members eligible are entitled to a 50% discount at their place of work. Team members are able to take advantage of this discount at the following retail brands operated by Compass Group: Costa, Deli Marche, Amigo and Baguette Co, to name a few.
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available
• Receive Wow Points every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.