Cleaning & Grounds Maintenance Manager - Southwark, United Kingdom - Spencer Clarke Group

Spencer Clarke Group
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3 weeks ago

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Spencer Clarke Group are working alongside a local authority based in
Southwark to appoint a talented
Cleaning & Grounds Maintenance Manager on a contract basis.


As a
Cleaning & Grounds Maintenance Manager, you will lead in the strategic management of effective cleaning and grounds maintenance services working on behalf of the London Borough of Southwark.

Responsible for the performance and continualdevelopment of the cleaning and grounds maintenance services in Southwark and improving customer satisfaction, both actual and perceived, by residents, tenants and all other stakeholders - making Southwark a great place to live.


Developing a strong and effective working relationship with the Members, residents and the tenant movement as well as other interested groups in order to fulfil this purpose.

**About the role: - To manage the service in accordance with the Council's business management requirements, including in financial management, business planning, performance management, risk management and the management of health and safety. To contribute to the strategicplanning of the Environment and Leisure Department.

  • The development, delivery and continuous improvement of the Council's cleaning and grounds maintenance services.

Development and reporting of service and staff performance standards, indicators and targets in accordance with legislation, government guidanceand local priorities.


  • The resolution of depot and property issues arising from service development.
  • To keep up to date on national and regional policy and legislation and provide expert advice to the Council on pertinent strategy matters.
  • To liaise with other Council officers and implement local systems to support the corporate priorities. Represent the Department at Council wide meetings that address issues relating to the services and to support the Director of Environment and the StrategicDirector of Environment and Leisure in representing the Council with Government and other external agencies. The establishment of partnerships between the Council, service providers, the community and statutory bodies.
  • Preparation, management and monitoring of capital budget and annual revenue budget of £20.75m. Implementing financial strategies for the service ensuring resource limits are not exceeded and corporate financial requirements are adhered to throughout. Certifyfees and other remuneration of service providers and authorise payments to contractors and consultants.
Be responsible for the management and securing of income payments.

  • The preparation of tender documents for the provision of services, including the identification and management of risk; the evaluation of tender submissions and the letting and monitoring of contracts, reporting as necessary to the Head of Service, Director,Executive and Committee.
  • Overall management responsibility of a Direct Labour workforce of 694 staff. Select and appoint staff, particularly at service manager level and be responsible for the overall deployment of staff, arranging relevant training and dealing with such disciplinary,staff consultation, welfare and safety matters as may arise, in line with instructions and guidance issued by the Council.
  • Implement effective performance management and ensure that appraisal and performance of staff is undertaken in accordance with guidelines and instructions issued by the Council.
  • Produce Performance Plans for the division that can be integrated into the overall Council, Divisional and Departmental objectives and Performance Plan.
  • Undertaking reviews of the service to ensure the development and improvement of services, with the establishment and maintenance of management information systems to provide effective inspection/monitoring of service provision, performance, cost effectivenessand value for money.
  • Undertaking such other duties, commensurate with the grading of the post, as may be determined
**About you: - Knowledge of cleaning and grounds maintenance related issues, business practices and industry development.

  • Knowledge of financial management issues and practice in local government.
  • An understanding of management concepts and principles.
  • Knowledge of existing and pending legislation, regulation and guidance within which local authority professional services are delivered including procurement, contraction and contract management.
  • Management including major change, human resources, staff group development, financial responsibility and systems development.
  • Implementing and monitoring policies and initiatives.
  • Business and service planning
  • Strategic planning and decision making.
  • Developing and implementing quality initiatives and quality assured services.
  • Five years within local government in a senior position.
  • Negotiating contracts.
  • Managing procurement exercise.
  • Designing contract management systems
  • Track record of high performance at a senior position

What's on offer:


  • Contract role
  • Monday to Friday
  • Hybrid working model
- £350 to £450 per day (Negotiable DOE)

If you've got what it takes and would love to find out more information or apply, either:

  • Contact Chris Wilkinson on
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