Area Manager

We are recruiting an Area Manager to lead healthcare FM services across multiple sites.. You will be responsible for operational delivery, commercial performance, compliance and client relationships, ensuring services exceed expectations while aligning to the One Compass vision and values. This role leads a team of Site Supervisors and plays a key part in driving performance, efficiency, engagement and continuous improvement across the region. Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and inspire Site Supervisors across multiple sites
• Manage client relationships and contractual compliance
• Deliver financial performance, including PBIT, turnover and margin targets
• Review area performance and implement service improvements
• Control labour, waste, consumables and above-unit costs
• Ensure full compliance with Compass policies and HSE standards
• Drive customer satisfaction through audits, surveys and service reviews
• Support organic growth and retention within the region
Health, Safety & Compliance
• Ensure implementation of all HSE procedures, including HACCP and risk assessments
• Complete required HSE inductions and training
• Monitor incidents and ensure corrective actions are in place
• Work collaboratively with clients on all HSE matters
  
  Proven experience leading operational teams
• Healthcare sector experience
• Experience delivering change and performance improvement
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Multi-site contract management experience
  
  Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.
  
  We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families