Job summary
Do you have experience implementing facilities management?
�
Do you have exceptional interpersonal skills?
Do you have experience with managing large scale contracts?
If so, we are looking for a Head of Facilities to join us at the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and we'd love to hear from you!
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) implements the government�s maritime safety policy in the United Kingdom and works to prevent the loss of life and occurrence of pollution on the coast and at sea.
Safer lives. Safer Ships. Cleaner Seas.
Our vision is to be a world-leading organisation, accelerating the transition to sustainable shipping with non-negotiable safety standards. We put our people, our�customers and our planet at the heart of everything we do.
We welcome applications from all communities, and we don�t discriminate against any identity. We�re interested to hear from you, regardless of your background. �
Job description
Please note, we welcome applications from individuals seeking a part time role. However due to business requirements, the successful candidate should be able to work a minimum of 30 hours per week.�
MCA's Property and Facilities team are responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of c480 properties around the UK, to meet the requirements of HM Coastguard's Rescue Coordination sites, Coastguard Rescue Centres and radio sites, UK Survey and Inspection's Maritime Services Marine Offices and other key functions of the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) such as the Agency Headquarters.
The Head of Facilities has responsibility for the planning and delivery of MCA�s facilities management strategy throughout its entire estate. Leading a small team to ensure that its property estate is properly maintained, compliant with all legal and statutory requirements in order to facilitate delivery of its business objectives.
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Lead on MCA�s Facilities Management Strategy to ensure that effective maintenance regimes are in place to enable the Agency to manage its properties safely, cost effectively and to the required standards to meet operational needs and expectations.
2. Lead on all transactions to deliver this strategy and managing the performance of the Total Facilities Management (TFM) supplier and all other required purchases and contracts.
3. Actively undertake and support audits of the Agency�s buildings and facilities to ensure they are operating as intended, ensure the inspection regimes are being undertaken by and to the standard as required by the TFM and other contractors, the condition is as reported and any continuity plans and procedures are robust.
4. Ensure the organisation is statutorily compliant regarding Public Health, fire and life safety systems.
5. Plan, manage and undertake minor works and maintenance/refurbishment projects (particularly in relation to Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) type works which are not part of major multi-disciplinary type projects.
For further information about the role�and responsibilities, please see the attached role profile.
Person specification
About you:
6. Educated to degree level with a recognised qualification or equivalent relevant experience in a building services engineering discipline.
7. Experience in strategic planning, developing and implementing facilities management strategies.
8. Comprehensive understanding of Health & Safety at Work Act, compliance requirements, building legislation, Construction and Design Management Regulations (CDM), Building Regulations and best practices to optimize plant and other systems.
9. Understanding of statutory compliance requirements particularly relating to Life Safety Systems, Public Health and Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) as well as other key estate responsibilities.
10. An excellent knowledge of Building Management and Computer Aided FM systems.
11. Experience and proven track record in managing large scale TFM contracts.
Additional Information:�
This role will be based in the Southampton HQ (or relevant office). MCA supports flexible working and operates a hybrid working model between home and office for this role, giving you greater flexibility over where and when you work.��
The expectation is that you will spend a minimum 60% of your working time based at your principal workplace or out on official business. Details of the arrangement will be discussed further with your line manager.�
Occasional travel within the United Kingdom and overnight stays, sometimes at short notice.
Out of Hours working as required to meet urgent operational requirements and as part of an Out of Hours Rota.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
12. Delivering at Pace
13. Communicating and Influencing
14. Working Together
15. Developing Self and Others
16. Managing a Quality Service
Benefits
Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits. We offer generous annual leave, attractive pension options, flexible working, inclusive working environments and much more to support a healthy work/life balance.��
�
�