Morgan Hunt is pleased to partner with the Scottish Dental Care Group , headquartered in Glasgow, as they begin the search for a new Regional Facilities Manage r. Situated in a prime position on Glasgow's Blythswood Square, the Scottish Dental Group was founded by brothers Philip and Christopher Friel.
Scottish Dental Care Grou p (SDC) operates 21 clinics across Scotland, with an approximate turnover of £18 million.
Scottish Dental Care is committed to transforming oral healthcare across Scotland, uniting communities through a dedication to exceptional dentistry.
With a focus on innovation, patient-centred care, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence, the organisation's mission is to empower healthier, happier lives by providing outstanding dental and medical services through a network of state-of-the-art clinics.
Following a structural review and significant additional investment by their supportive growth investor, team is embarking on a period of growth and transformation, aiming to operate 40 or more clinics.
The role of Regional Facilities Manager will have a crucial responsibility, overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the company's facilities to ensure they are safe, well-maintained, and operating efficiently.
This role involves coordinating various aspects of facilities management, including maintenance, security, space planning, and environmental health and safety.
Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): Facility Maintenance: Plan and execute routine and rolling maintenance programmes to ensure the proper functioning of all building systems, including dental equipment and furniture, compression, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other critical infrastructure.
Coordinate with external contractors and staff to address repairs and preventive maintenance tasks while complying with Health Board protocols and creating minimal disruption to key revenue-earning days.
Space Planning and Allocation: Manage the allocation of surgery space at various clinics to maximise facilities and minimise disruption, leveraging key holiday periods for remedial or enhancement works as needed.
Optimise space utilisation and ensure that the layout meets the organisations operational needs while complying with dental requirements as well as safety and accessibility regulations.
Budgeting and Cost Control: Prepare and manage the facilities budget, tracking expenses to ensure cost-effective operations.
Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising on quality and safety.
Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and dental industry standards.
Implement safety protocols and procedures to minimise risks and maintain a safe working environment for employees, visitors, and tenants.
The position of Regional Facilities Manager is a field-based role with a significant presence in clinics.
The head office will serve as a base for administrative requirements.
Required Qualification: Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Relevant work experience may substitute for formal education.