Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

Facilities Manager (Transport & Buildings)

£33,136 - £41,846

Solihull

Ref: SOL000002400

We have an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and conscientious Facilities Manager to join our Property Services Team here at Solihull Council.

As Facilities Manager (Transport & Buildings) you will:

• Be responsible for the day to day facilities management of Moat Lane depot, Lode Lane offices and if required management of other Council corporate buildings.
• Oversee Solihull Council’s vehicles and plant provision and operations to ensure that the Council complies with relevant laws and legislation (including O’ License Regulations).
• Manage the Council’s Adult Social Care and Education Special Needs transport services and associated staff; including externally provided taxis  for Looked After Children.

You will have:

• Experience at a senior supervisory level within transport services; gained within either the public or private sector.
• Previous experience of Facilities Management within a depot and/or corporate office environment.
• Corporate Membership of the Institute of Road Transport Engineers or an approved equivalent.
• CPC National Road Haulage Operations or equivalent.
• Group C (HGV class two) Licence for Rigid Vehicles.
•  In return this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Facilities Manager to be a fundamental part of a crucial service for Solihull Council.

We also offer:

• Flexible working, including flexi leave up to 24 days per year and agile working arrangements.
• The opportunity to buy up to 10 days additional leave per year.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24 hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Employee benefits including Childcare Vouchers and a staff discount card.

The Facilities Manager will generally be required to work normal office hours e.g. 08:00 – 17:00 Monday – Friday. However, occasionally, the post holder may be expected to vary their working hours in order to fulfil the needs of the service.

Prior to applying online, if you would like an informal discussion, please contact Aidan Oakes on 0121 704 6805.

For further information or to apply, please click here.

Closing date: 28 October 2018.

Interview date: w/c 12^thNovember 2018.