We are looking to recruit for the role of full-time Site & Facilities Manager in Saffron Walden, Essex.
The client is an award-winning family attraction welcoming over 150,000 visitors a year based in the Essex countryside. The Railway opened in 1964 and has since had many other additions to the experience, including a Fairy & Elf Walk, Nature Corner, Play Area, Live Performances, themed displays and Catering outlets.
The Job
As Site & Facilities Manager you will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the grounds, buildings, facilities, and railway of our wonderful family attraction.
This is a truly diverse role which is rarely available in an exceptional working location.
Responsibilities include:
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Managing a team of facilities and grounds staff.
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Managing the maintenance and upkeep of all areas and building on site.
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Procure and maintain all necessary equipment for the efficient operation of the railway and site.
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Managing the provision of all essential services to, from and around the site including telephone lines, internet, electricity, water, sewage and refuse.
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Ensure site security systems are up to date and in place.
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Acting as one of our Duty Managers on a shared rota basis, this may include weekend work.
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Carry out various duties for Head Office and external company projects on a regular basis.
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Ensure high service standards and employee productivity.
What you’ll need:
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Woodland management skills, including chainsaw tickets
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Experience using horticultural machinery
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An ability to perform general building maintenance tasks to a good standard, including carpentry, plumbing, electrics, painting, and more
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Ability to prioritise your workload around variables such as weather and emergencies
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A proactive approach to an extensive, year-round task list
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Organised and driven individual
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Open to working weekends and bank holidays
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Team player with a can-do attitude
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Previous experience managing a team
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Be IT literate and able to operate Microsoft Office 365
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Willingness to work with a hands-on mentality to get projects over the line
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A Full UK driving license
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Ability to work to a budget and annual targets
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Obtainable references from recent employers
Working pattern: Full time - 5 days/40 hours per week (including weekend work)
Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 per annum depending on experience (plus yearly bonuses)
Holiday entitlement: 31 days per annum (includes bank holidays)
Occasional additional hours rewarded as time off in lieu and opportunity for paid overtime
Start date: As soon as possible