Background
At Maxwell Stephens, we take pride in matching exceptional talent with organisations that make a meaningful impact. Our recent recruitment efforts for Battersea Cats and Dogs Home have resulted in the successful placement of both a Facilities Manager and a Health and Safety Manager. These pivotal roles are instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of Battersea's facilities while upholding the highest standards of safety and care.
Facilities Manager
The Facilities Manager oversees all aspects of facilities management across Battersea's three sites, ensuring they meet the charity's needs. This includes managing reactive and planned maintenance, leading a team, implementing helpdesk systems, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Our appointed Facilities Manager brings a wealth of experience in managing multidisciplinary teams and implementing effective facilities management strategies. By spearheading initiatives to enhance service quality and efficiency, they've optimised operations across Battersea's facilities. Their leadership has fostered a culture of continuous improvement, resulting in streamlined processes and enhanced stakeholder satisfaction.
Health and Safety Manager
The Health and Safety Manager plays a crucial role in promoting a safe working environment across Battersea's sites. Responsibilities include providing advice, developing policies, conducting risk assessments, delivering training, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Our selected Health and Safety Manager possesses extensive expertise in health and safety management within complex organisations. They've implemented robust safety protocols, conducted thorough audits, and delivered comprehensive training programs. Their proactive approach has not only enhanced safety standards but also fostered a culture of awareness and accountability among staff and volunteers.
Results
By working closely with Battersea's facilities and estates teams, operations staff, and senior management, our recruited professionals have seamlessly integrated into the organisation's ecosystem. Their collaborative efforts have resulted in synergies between facilities management and health and safety practices, ensuring a holistic approach to operational excellence.