Role Description: 

Our client is looking for an Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of contracts across Bristol and surrounding areas, in line with the agreed specification. You will have full management responsibility of all employees across your area. You will be responsible for the smooth day to day management of all services provided by the company. Providing direction, guidance, training and support to all employees. Ensuring a continuous review of all processes to enhance service delivery and client relations. 

Main duties: 

• To develop and maintain a professional and proactive business relationship with all levels of clients representatives, promoting the company whilst keeping a high degree of confidentiality and protecting the companys interest / reputation
• Attend client meetings, create reports as required, ensure minutes are produced, that actions are recorded and completed within the agreed timescales
• Recruitment of the highest possible calibre of employees to fill vacancies to ensure a full complement of staff
• Ensure that all employees have had a meaningful and safe induction, have been fully trained in key tasks and that their training records have been updated accordingly
• Must have knowledge of COSSH
• Deal with complaints efficiently and in a professional manner in accordance with the company / client procedure. Implement actions to prevent re-occurrence
• Ensure that all employee are wearing the correct uniform at all times in accordance with company and client procedures
• Encourage safe working practices always and ensure that all employee have a good understanding of all duties undertaken
• Ensure that all employee work the correct number of hours and adhere to the pinning in procedures
• Plan and allocate the work to ensure effective use of employee and equipment
• Implementation and management of the companys Health and Safety policy
• Ensure that all risk assessments and method statements have been communicated to all employees, that they work in accordance with these documents at all times
• Management of the safe use of equipment / chemicals and ensure that they are fit for purpose i.e. Valid PAT Test and in good working condition
• Develop the skill base of the supervisory team to ensure the full potential of all direct reports, including individual development plans using the companies training department and external training consultants
• Team building and promoting a harmonious working environment
• Attending regular training sessions both on and off site, as required