Assistant Facility Manager
Location: Halton
Salary: £24,018 - £25,997 per annum
Hours: 32 hours per week. Monday - Sunday on a 3 week rolling rota.
The council is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.
Their progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join them as they develop new policies and transform the way people access services.
They are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for the council, the most popular response from their workforce has been ‘our colleagues’.
The Role
This is a new post for an Assistant Facilities Manager that wants to join their Active Halton Leisure Centres team with responsibility for maintaining Halton’s NEW £30 million pound asset, Halton Leisure Centre.
They are looking for an Assistant Facilities Manager to join their team. No two days will be same, so this role will be varied and will give you the opportunity to get involved in a wide range of activities.
The purpose of the role is to support in overseeing the day-to-day operational management and delivery of services, working alongside the Facility Manager and colleagues including to deliver a facility and services that keep the residents of Halton active.
The role is responsible for ensuring compliance with all statuary legislation, with specific line management responsibilities. The successful candidate will work with colleagues from across the Authority to set and maintain standards within the service area.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to work in a leisure environment, with the opportunity to gain further experience and personal development which will provide you with the opportunity for career progression.
The successful candidate must hold a National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) and a Pool Plant Operating Certificate (PPO).
Your Contributions:
- Accountable to the Facility Manager/General Manager, ensure that customers have a safe and enjoyable experience, and that standard of service meets with their expectations and those of the council.
- To act in a first line supervisory role as part of a Facility Management Team at one of the Borough’s Sports Facilities and in the absence of the Facility Manager accept control of the building.
- To assist in the efficient running of the facility and the supervision in all aspects of staffing, Health and Safety, customer care, administration and security.
Benefits
- A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service
- Membership of their defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions
- 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme
- Investment in your personal development
- Free Car Parking at HBC sites
- Flexible working arrangements
- Car leasing schemes
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable council, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
https://ats-halton.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/299447-assistant-facility-manager?enhancement=1-other&ga_client_id=8e9f89e7-6d06-4edd-9759-13b664be54bc&source=205849-ad-warrior
Interviews will take place in January 2025
At the Council they want to ensure that their communities are represented across their workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. They are committed to making their recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions.
They reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should they receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.
