Assistant Property Services Manager

The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
We are looking for an Assistant Property Services Manager (HS&E) to be based in Derby (DE65 6BG), working remotely 1 days per week with 4 days on site (subject to business requirements).
The successful position holder will work in partnership with internal & external stakeholders, providing support and expertise to help drive compliance and contractor management for the business property portfolio. They will also be responsible for controlling budget spend and supporting in wider business projects as well as directly managing the day-to-day facilities maintenance across the Yusen estate.
What we offer:

• Salary range of between £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (Subject to Experience).
• Individual health cover.
• Free Eye Test.
• 25 days’ holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days Volunteer Leave per year.
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave.
• Critical Illness Cover.
• MyStrength Wellbeing App.
• Free online Fitness Platform i.e. Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and nutrition.
• On Site Mental Health First Aiders.
• Employee benefits i.e. Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers.
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service.
• Tailored development and career opportunities

1. Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring the Engineering Team deliver their objectives and develop their skills in line with development needs.
• Liaise with all internal stakeholders to ensure the contractors used meet the services required in line with process and compliance.
• Ensure all budgetary responsibilities are executed through good contractor pricing management and good communications.
• Establish and carry out a consistent review of contractors, services, and priorities with key internal site customers, with documented actions.
• Ensure all processes are clear and efficient to delivery compliant PPM activities and R&M
• Support the Property Services Manager and Business in project work across the estate, with particular focus on high-risk H&S compliance.

2. Relevant Experience

• Proven experience in a related role is essential.
• Proven experience of managing a small team is essential.
• Experience in managing contractors & all relevant compliance aspects (RAMS, etc).
• Good level of IT literacy and experience in facilities management systems (Job Logic ideal but not essential).
• Ability to present, understand and manipulate performance data.
• Ability to act as a coach/mentor.
• Strong working knowledge of current property legislation and H & S requirements.
• Qualifications such as IWFM level 5 or above, CDM, 17th or18th Edition electrical commercial, City & Guilds 2330, City & Guilds 2391 (test & inspection), City & Guilds 6035 would be an advantage.
  

3. Key Requirements:

• The ability to build strong business relationships with internal & external stakeholders and drive action.
• Positive engagement at all levels of the business.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills, to ensure the timely delivery of key tasks and outcomes.
• The ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• The ability to demonstrate robust judgement, decision making and creative problem-solving ability in order to drive positive outcomes.
• To be a resilient and highly motivated self-starter who relishes a challenge.
• To be able to effectively communicate technical specialism to technical and non-technical stakeholders in order to influence critical business decisions.
• To be comfortable and able to challenge the thinking and perception of all levels of stakeholders, influencing behaviour and culture change.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.