Facilities Supervisor

Shakespeare Martineau is a law firm with big ambitions for both our clients and our people. We are one firm of original thinkers, inspired to create an outstanding future for our clients, our people and our community. 

Working with organisations of all sizes our team delivers a broad range of specialist legal services, and has particular expertise across sectors including but not limited to; energy, education, banking & financial services, investment funds and advanced manufacturing.  

Our vision is to be the outstanding legal force in our specialist sectors and markets. Our people are renowned for their flair and individuality.  We recruit people who have a blend of excellent technical and business skills with the talent to do things differently.

We firmly believe that people and spirit are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment is to help all our people fulfil their careers and ambitions and we strive to create an environment where each individual can understand and then achieve their full potential. Great performance for us is a blend of excellent technical and business skills and the talent and drive to do things differently.

The role:

The role of the Facilities Supervisor is to facilitate the provision of services to clients and staff of Shakespeare Martineau by assisting the Facilities Manager and Health and Safety Manager to ensure the smooth running of facilities at their base office and by providing a well maintained, safe and secure working environment.

Your key duties will be:

• monitoring the maintenance and upkeep of premises, liaising with contractors and engineers where necessary
• monitoring office supplies (stationery and non-stationery, including but not limited to cleaning materials and catering supplies)
• liaising with teams to ensure we have adequate supplies of stationery for large mailings
• space planning, where necessary, and assisting with internal moves
• the daily supervision of the facilities team
• assisting with the implementation of the health and safety policy
• acting as on site Fire Controller in the event of an evacuation
• dealing with health and safety issues as they arise to ensure a safe working environment and discussing any concerns
• implementing the firm’s health and safety policy
• ensuring the facilities team provide an excellent support service
• monitoring general housekeeping, ensuring the premises are tidy and walkways are clear and free of any trip hazards.  Ensuring fire exits are clear at all times
• assisting with any of the above duties across all sites as required ensuring the smooth operation of facilities and health and safety across the firm
• facilitating the document production service within the firm

Working hours are on a flexible shift basis covering 7.30 am to 6.00 pm Monday to Thursday and 7.30 am to 5.30pm on Friday, working 37 hours in total per week.  Where necessary, there may also be occasional weekend working.

Skills and experience you will have:

• a minimum of 6 months in a supervisory position is desirable, not essential
• 6 - 12 months experience within a facilities role is essential

Skills and experience you will have:

• professional presentation, excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
• the ability to react to change and prioritise workload accordingly
• a willingness to learn and a passion to provide a great service every time
• good leadership skills

Shakespeare Martineau is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.