Facilities Supervisor

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Facilities Supervisor, 24 Hours Post Based at Dunbar Hospital Thurso

We are currently seeking to recruit Facilities Supervisor to join our team in Dunbar Hospital Thurso. This post will be based in Dunbar Hospital. The successful applicant’s role shall be to provide services and Supervision to the Catering and Domestic services.

The successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring high standards of service and cleanliness are maintained in line with local infection control policies, Covid 19 guidance and maintaining compliance with the NHS Scotland National Cleaning Services Specification, and Waste Regulations.

This post includes supervision of all services provided by the facilities team. This role including catering and domestic duties. Preferred facilities experience supports the Support Manager to ensure policies and procedures are managed and meet legislation, daily supervision and management of the team and operational services, management of core and role training, and authorise and complete Scottish Standard time system. The successful applicant will be required to cover, if required, all NHS Sites in the local geographical area, a fleet vehicle is available for travelling to sites, and it is essential to have a driving licence. Access to economical public transport is also acceptable.

This is a Part time post to be available to work over 4 days on a two week rota which will include every second weekend.

Tina Russell, Facilities Support Manager, Caithness & Sutherland

Tel: 01955880479 or 07974619346 or email

Patricia Murray Team Lead Tel 01955880486 or 07483127554, email

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