Hywel Dda University Health Board
Soft Facilities Management Supervisor
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Job Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and highly motivated individual who is hardworking, forward-thinking and innovative in their approach. The successful candidate will possess excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to lead and support staff effectively while maintaining high standards of service delivery.
The post holder will be required to work Monday to Friday between 3:00pm and 7:00pm. Flexibility to meet the needs of the service is essential. While applicants will not be required to work additional hours on a regular basis, the ability and willingness to provide occasional cover for annual leave, sickness absence, and periods of increased service demand would be advantageous.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop their supervisory experience within a busy and rewarding environment. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate a positive attitude, strong leadership skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Key qualities we are looking for:
- Previous supervisory experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive and organised approach to work
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of service
- Flexibility to support operational requirements
- Ability to motivate and support team members
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for ensuring that Domestic Services staff provide a high-quality, comprehensive cleaning and meal service across wards and departments.
The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day operational management of the team, with a particular focus on evening service delivery. As part of this role, you will be expected to provide support and supervision to the evening domestic teams based at Tenby Cottage Hospital and Pembroke Dock Health Centre. Therefore, the ability to travel between sites in a timely manner is essential.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; however, applications are equally welcomed from both Welsh and English speakers.
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Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Hywel Dda University Health Board operates a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
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