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Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
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Job summary
Defra Group Property (DgP) is responsible for providing estates, project delivery and Facilities Management (FM) services to the wider Defra Group. DgP is made up of four functional structures covering 1) Facilities Management 2) Property Strategy 3) Property Programme/Projects delivery and 4) the Science estate.
The four functions are supported by two Centres of Expertise covering Business Support Services and Technical Support Services. Defra Group Property is responsible for delivery of services across its office and laboratory estate, which continues to evolve and change to meet strategic demands, particularly moving towards One Public Estate.
This role sits within the FM Service Delivery Function and is responsible for the overall delivery of operational Facilities Management in the designated hub and will lead on a number of portfolios across the country.
Job description
To lead, motivate and direct FM Service Deliver teams to deliver a customer focussed, efficient and effective range of operational facilities management services.
To maintain and develop a defined property portfolio to meet corporate and environmental goals.
Develop and implement facilities management delivery plans to support the delivery of the Facilities Management priorities and wider Defra group objectives.
Person specification
Lead an operational department to deliver results on time, to required quality standards and cost, to fulfil the business plan and achieve / support environmental goals and embed new ways of working. Set and flex team objectives and plans to meet priorities.
Ensure that the team works constructively with our partners and take ownership of issues to achieve agreed resolutions. Be a visible manager to staff and to stakeholders in order to build trust, engage with confidence, giving a clear sense of direction and purpose and support decisions where needed.
Lead on establishing and maintaining good relationships with senior managers and external partners and customers, influencing them to contribute to, support and adopt policies and processes and adapt their activities in line with business and environmental needs.
Provide credible, high level advice, support and guidance to inform and influence senior managers and effectively underpin risk based decision making of others.
Be inspiring and empowering to team members, exemplifying the characteristics of a great civil service leader as described in the civil service leadership statement, and demand the same from members of the team.
Develop, manage and motivate team members to ensure that a diverse, effective and appropriately skilled team is maintained, and a culture of continuous improvement developed with individual and team performance optimised in line with strategic goals.
Monitor progress of work, identify risks in the delivery of priorities and implement timely resolution of issues, to ensure appropriate reallocation of time, finance and effort and enhancement of the service to ensure our estates remains safe, secure and legally compliant.
Responsible for delegated budget, ensuring expenditure in line with agreed financial processes and forecasts.
Ensure cross-functional team working within Defra group Property to ensure the success of the wider team, prioritising team priorities across DgP over personal or individual team interests.
These responsibilities require the following experience:
Degree in an appropriate discipline, or equivalent experience.
Relevant qualification or membership of a professional body WIFM or have an associated property discipline (such as RICS).
IOSH or NEBOSH safety management.
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Behaviours
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Benefits
£13,338 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
Blended Working
Defra operates a blended working policy subject to business need, giving people the flexibility to choose when and where they work and collaborate with others.
Individuals are expected to work from one of the office locations stated in the advert to connect with their colleagues, as required by their role and business team needs. There is flexibility to split the working week, spending minimum of 40-60% in the workplace, unless exceptional circumstances apply and/or you are a contractual home worker.
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Selection process details
Application Process
As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV, 500 word personal statement and 250 word behaviour statements.
The CV is made up of your job history and qualification details.
In your personal statement please outline why you are a suitable candidate for this role (in no more than 500 words).
Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form.
Sift
Should a large number of applications be received, the initial sift may be conducted using a lead behaviour, Leadership. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift or progress straight to interview. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate the essential role requirements within the application behaviour responses.
Sifting will take place week commencing 30 October 2023
Interview
If successful at application stage, you will be invited to interview where you will be assessed on behaviours and strengths
A presentation exercise will also be assessed. More details will be provided to the shortlisted candidates.
Interviews will take place week commencing 13 November 2023, but may be subject to change.
Interview location to be confirmed.
Location
The role will be base in the Midlands/Wales Hub. It requires frequent travel across the Midland/Wales Hub to Aqua House Birmingham, Riversmeet House Tewkesbury, Sentinel House Fradley and Worcester County Hall, other smaller offices and depots with the hub and national travel which includes overnight stays. Therefore a driving licence is required.
Please be aware that this role will be contractually based in a Defra group workplace/office.
The successful candidate is required to carry out all their duties from a UK location and can not do so from an overseas location at any time.
Reserve List
A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made.
Merit Lists
Where more than one location is advertised, candidates will be posted in merit order by location. You will be asked to state your location preference on your application.
Salary
New entrants to the Civil Service are expected to start on the minimum of the pay band. The internal roles rules apply to existing Civil Servants, i.e. level transfers move on current salary or the pay range minimum, transfers on promotion move to new pay range minimum or receive 10% increase. Either case is determined by whichever is the highest.
Visa Sponsorship Statement
Please take note that Defra does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.
Reasonable Adjustment
If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.
If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should:
Contact Government Recruitment Service via defrarecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.
Complete the Assistance required section in the Additional requirements page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at an interview, or if youre deaf, a Language Service Professional.
Accessibility
If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the ‘Contact point for applicants’ section.
Criminal Record Check
If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out.
In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading.
Internal Fraud Database Check
Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offenses. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicants details held on the IFD will be refused employment.
A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5-year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.
Childcare Vouchers
Any move to Defra from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
- Name : Alan Hale
- Email : Alan.Hale1@defra.gov.uk
Recruitment team
- Email : defrarecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Further information
Government Recruitment Services via email: defrarecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Click here to visit Civil Service Commission.
