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The Facility Lead Operative is responsible for ensuring the effective day-to-day operation of the Helpdesk function, supporting staff and residents with facilities-related queries. The postholder will manage and support a team of three Helpdesk Operatives, acting as the first point of escalation for complex issues. They will deputise for the Helpdesk Manager in their absence, ensuring continuity of service and maintaining high standards of customer care.
Job Responsibility:
Provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to the team of 3 Helpdesk Operatives
Allocate and monitor workload, ensuring work orders on QFM (CAFM System) are handled efficiently and in line with agreed service levels
Assist the Helpdesk Manager mentor and support the team, providing coaching, training, and constructive feedback as required
Act as the first point of escalation to the Head of Maintenance for technical queries and deal directly with service-related queries
Deputise for the Helpdesk Manager during periods of absence, taking responsibility for team management, reporting
Ensure all queries and incidents are logged, tracked, and resolved effectively using the Helpdesk system (QFM)
Monitor and report on service levels, identifying areas for improvement
Support the team in diagnosing and resolving facilities issues
Maintain accurate records of calls, resolutions, and escalations
Ensure excellent customer service standards are consistently met
Contribute to the development and implementation of Helpdesk policies, procedures, and best practices
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve efficiency
Assist with the production of regular performance and management reports
Ensure compliance with data protection, security, and confidentiality policies
Requirements:
Previous experience in a Helpdesk, or Facilities support role
Proven experience supervising or leading a small team
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and delegate effectively
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
Problem-solving mindset with a focus on solutions and improvements
Complete understanding of the relevant statutory compliance requirements for a Care based portfolio
Nice to have:
Experience deputising for a manager or team leader
Knowledge of QFM or alternative CAFM systems
Familiarity with facilities management processes
What we offer:
Learning Academy - Adult Care Worker Level 2 and Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 qualifications for all staff
Enhanced holiday entitlement - starting from 30 days inclusive of bank holidays
Sick pay entitlement
Employee Assistance Programme - comprehensive health and wellbeing support for staff
Refer a friend scheme - enjoy a payment of £500 when you recruit a friend to Choice Care
Choiceversary - staff receive vouchers of £75 after 5 years, £100 after 10 years and £150 after 15 years to celebrate their commitment to Choice Care
Christmas bonus - vouchers for all staff members
Annual staff awards - this year each winner received £400 and we had over 30 winners in total
Complex in-house training - this includes our Advanced Management Development Programme for managers in the making and our Foundation Management Development Programme for rising stars
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