Head Of Portering And Logistics Services
Head of Portering & Logistics Services – HealthcareMobile / National | Competitive Salary + Benefits
Are you ready to shape the future of portering and logistics across a dynamic, growing organisation?
Do you thrive on driving innovation, building capability, and elevating service excellence?
If so—Compass is looking for you. We’re seeking an inspirational Head of Portering & Logistics Services to lead our transformation journey across the UK. This is a high‑impact role at the heart of our Centre of Excellence—perfect for someone who wants to push boundaries, modernise traditional services, and empower teams to deliver outstanding, sustainable performance. If you’re motivated by the chance to influence national strategy, champion digital innovation, and work with exceptional people, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Lead & Deliver
Strategic Leadership & Growth You’ll set the direction for portering and logistics services across Compass One, creating innovative policies, shaping transformation projects, and guiding operational teams to deliver consistent, high‑performing services nationwide. Working closely with our growth teams, you’ll help design cutting‑edge, scalable solutions for the future.
Innovation, Technology & Standardisation You’ll bring fresh thinking, modern digital tools, and new technologies to the forefront—developing standardised service playbooks and showcasing best‑in‑class solutions to clients and stakeholders.
Quality, Risk & Compliance As our subject matter expert, you’ll uphold the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and regulatory excellence. You’ll support sector audits, strengthen controls, and help ensure every service reflects the quality Compass One is known for.
ESG & Sustainability You’ll embed environmentally responsible practices into every corner of the operation—championing greener workflows and supporting wider organisational ESG goals. Your expertise will help shape more sustainable portering and logistics for the future.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement As a trusted expert, you’ll work closely with clients, partners, and internal teams—ensuring services exceed expectations and adding value through insight, innovation, and strong professional relationships. You’ll also bring your expertise to bids and tenders, shaping impactful service solutions.
People & Capability Development You’ll help our people grow—coaching, mentoring, and building capability across multiple teams. You’ll foster a culture built on safety, inclusion, and continual improvement, ensuring our teams are confident, skilled, and ready for what’s next.
What You Bring
* Significant experience leading portering, logistics, or facilities services—ideally within healthcare or a similarly complex environment
* Strong communication and stakeholder‑influencing skills
* Confidence presenting to clients and cross‑functional teams
* Experience shaping solutions alongside innovation and growth teams
* A passion for digital tools, data insight, and modern logistics methods
* Expert knowledge of safety, manual handling, infection control, and operational standards
* Analytical strength and a problem‑solving mindset
* Full driving licence and the willingness to travel regularly between sites
Qualifications
* A recognised qualification in Facilities Management or related discipline (IWFM, IOSH, CIWM, CPC)
* Health & Safety qualifications are a strong advantage
Benefits
* Contributory pension scheme
* Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
* Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
* Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
* Discounts on food shop with Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
* Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
* Cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
* Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
* Share discounts and offers with friends and families
About Us
Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
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