Job Description
Competitive salary plus a great range of benefits
40 hours per week
Shift Required: Monday to Friday with an element of flexibility required
Bicester, Oxfordshire
We’re currently looking for a dedicated and experienced Facilities Manager to take responsibility for ensuring our site is performing to the highest possible standards on a permanent basis at our Fresh Direct (part of Sysco GB) depot in Bicester, Oxfordshire. This is a vital role within the team to ensure we maintain and keep focus on enhancing our facilities to ensure compliance to support the wider Depot operations.
You will oversee the engineering and maintenance of our site with five direct reports. Our Facilities team play a crucial role in ensuring compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement across all site services and equipment. As Facilities Manager you will take lead of projects and control of budgets for effective maintenance planning. Using your expertise in electrical and mechanical engineering you will be overseeing planned maintenance and asset management to improve performance.
Success in this role will be demonstrated by ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of critical systems, including but not limited to: fire prevention, domestic water, air supply, gas supply and boilers, refrigeration, electrical systems, statutory compliance, dock doors, levellers, and shelters, buildings, waste handling, and outdoor areas, effluent, drainage, and yard maintenance, HVAC, and air conditioning. We will look for you to provide effective leadership and stability in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
To join us in this role you’ll be qualified in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (NVQ Level 4 or equivalent) with management experience in FMCG or logistics. You'll be a strong engineering compliance background with site and building services expertise. Have proven experience in project management and facilities oversight (awareness or knowledge of CDM : Construction, Design and Management. GMP : Good Manufacturing Practice. 5S : 5 steps. TPM : Total Productive Maintenance. CMMS : Computerised Maintenance Management System would be of an advantage). You'll be a strong people manager with effective communication style to forge relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. You'll be a decision-maker with an ability to stay calm and effective under pressure while supporting the site management team and your wider team. Highly motivated with a passion for continuous improvement through analytical and problem-solving skills.
In addition to a competitive monthly salary, 31 days annual leave (inc. statutory) and company pension, you can also look forward to the following benefits:
1. Wagestream – Access to an app that gives you early access to your earned salary and supports financial wellbeing
2. The option to purchase additional annual leave
3. Help at Hand - Access to 24/7 GP appointments, physiotherapy and a range of health and wellbeing services for you and your family
4. Life assurance
5. Access to Sysco Perks offering discounts across a wide range of products and services – from gym membership to your weekly supermarket shop
6. The ability to purchase our products at hugely discounted prices
If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where you can make a real impact, apply now and be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and leadership!
Additional Information
At Fresh Direct everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Fresh Direct and we recognise that Fresh Direct can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.
Fresh Direct
Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, at Fresh Direct we are dedicated to making life as easy and efficient for the chefs, cooks and caterers we serve across the country. We are the leading specialist supplier of locally and globally sourced fresh produce and dairy across Great Britain, bringing the best of the seasons to chefs’ menus.