• Job Description

  Req#: REF15727D

  Company Description

  Following years of accelerated growth Culina Group is now a £2.2billion+ turnover business, employing over 22,000 staff, with a fleet of more than 5,000 vehicles. Culina Group operates from over 100+ depots across the UK and Ireland, serving more than 1,000 clients over its framework of chilled, ambient, contract packaging solutions and fresh and baked goods.

  Company Overview

  Culina Group is a leading UK 3rd party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions.

  At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

  Job Description

  Due to Maternity cover, we are now seeking a Group Facilities Lead to join our Facilities department at our Appleton Thorn site on a 12 month fixed term contract.

  As Facilities Lead you will oversee the facilities management and operations within our organisation. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of facility management principles, and a proven track record in effectively managing facility-related functions. The Group Facilities Lead will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and well-functioning physical environment for our employees and visitors.

  This is a full time, permanent position Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm offering a competitive salary and package with the opportunity to work for a forward thinking market leader.

  Job responsibilities of Facilities Lead include:

  • Lead and manage a team of facility management staff, including facilities operatives, technicians and maintenance personnel.
  • Develop and manage budgets for facility operations, maintenance, and any other facilities related projects, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
  • Collaborate with external vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality facility-related services.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards, implementing and monitoring appropriate protocols.
  • Develop and implement emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, and safety measures to safeguard employees and visitors.
  • Address and resolve facility-related issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
  • Escalating any concerns or tasks that fall outside the expected timelines to your line manager
  • Monitor System (Assure) for reactive requests, ensuring all jobs are logged with relevant contractor inhouse, or external
  • Closing jobs and update system with information when completed after confirmation from site or contractor
  • Foster strong communication and collaboration with other departments to address facility-related needs and provide support.
  • First point of call for depots to report maintenance issues requiring contractor’s attention.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in facility management.
  • Check jobs are complete with site management / FM, receipting in the system to allow payment.
  • Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to facility management activities and expenses.
  • Managing the renewal contracts for the upcoming year.
  • Ensuring the Facilities PPM schedule up to date.

  Qualifications

  To apply for the role of Facilities Lead you will possess the following skills, experiences and qualifications:

  • Proficient in budget development, management, and resource allocation.
  • Strong understanding of facility management principles, building systems, and maintenance best practices.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor a diverse team.
  • A confident individual with excellent and effective communication skills with the ability to interact with various stakeholders.
  • Project management expertise, from planning to execution and evaluation.
  • Experience within an facilities/property environment would be an advantage
  • Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.
  • Problem solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure
  • Proficiency in using facility management software and tools.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

  Additional Information

  As part of our drive to make Culina Group a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

  Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

  Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

  • Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement
  • Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution
  • Life Assurance - x4 your annual salary
  • Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year
  • Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
  • Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
  • Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

  If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!

• About the company

  We are a market-leading ambient and chilled food & drink 3PL specialist, providing warehousing, distribution, contract packing, and a bonded division with extensive expertise in relation to dutiable goods across the UK and Ireland.

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