We are currently looking for a
Security and Embedded Contracts Advisor
to join our
Facilities and Laboratory Services
team in the
Corporate
Group. This is a
full time
opportunity, initially on a 12 month fixed term contract basis (or could be offered as a temporary promotion or secondment). The role will be based in South Mimms, with regular (monthly or bi-monthly) travel to our Canary Wharf office at 10 South Colonnade. Due to business need, this position is an on-site role. Who are we? The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. What's the role? This role offers an opportunity to join the Site and Security Team, in FLS, and will be responsible for managing the soft facilities services, such as cleaning, catering and security for both South Mimms and Canary Wharf sites. This post is responsible for managing embedded contractors, site wide contractor security screening, meeting room and visitor management. In addition, the role is the first point of contact for dealing with security issues on both sites. The Security and Embedded Contracts Advisor is responsible for the provision of catering, security and cleaning services, managing the contracts and monitoring performance. They are accountable for managing all Agency site access requests ensuring security checks are in place for staff and undertaking contractor checks. The post line manages one member of staff based at 10SC and is responsible for liaising with Government Property Agency and others to ensure building services and security inductions are provided. This role is the first point of contact for cleaning, catering, security and Parkfield House enquiries, as well as for issues related to security equipment, systems and issues, liaising with staff at all levels to co-ordinate works, such as deep cleans of high containment areas, access to site, dealing with issues and problems that arise, investigating and resolving such issues. Key responsibilities: Responsible for the provision of catering, security and cleaning services, managing the contracts and onsite embedded contractors. Undertaking regular contract reviews, auditing the services provided and setting, monitoring and reporting on Key Performance Indicators ensuring excellent quality of service and value for money for the Agency. Accountable for managing all Agency site access requests ensuring all security checks are in place for staff and undertaking contractor, visiting worker and other BPSS security checks. Liaising with Government Property Agency (GPA) or Government Hubs Team (GHT) and others to ensure and/or provide building and security inductions. Responsible for managing the use of the Parkfield House facility, ensuring it provides high quality fit for purpose accommodation. Updating policies and procedures and ensuring they are adhered to, managing bookings, logging and co-ordinating stays and preparing invoices. First point of contact for the SMSite for all cleaning, catering and Parkfield enquiries, as well as issues with security equipment, systems and queries, liaising with staff at all levels to co-ordinate works, such as deep cleans and cleaning of high containment areas. Dealing with issues and problems that arise, investigating and resolving such issues. Who are we looking for? Our successful candidate will have: Considerable experience and knowledge in contract management and managing soft facilities contracts. Well-documented experience of working in security and with security management systems on a high security site. 5 or more GCSEs including English and Maths, a professional qualification in facilities management or an IT related subject or equivalent experience. Ability to confidently discuss technical and specialist issues both to contractors and staff in order to advise and build confidence and trust in area of expertise. If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please read our
Job Description and Person Specification! The selection process: We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates,
find out more here. Online application form, including questions based on the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profiles.
Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application. Interview , which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles. In the instance that we receive a high number of applications, we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria of Communicating and Influencing. Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency-based answers provided- ensure you have read these thoroughly and allow sufficient time. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description. Closing date: 31 January 2025 Shortlisting date: 7 February 2025 Interview date: 17 February 2025 If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process, please contact
careers@mhra.gov.uk If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact
careers@mhra.gov.uk
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Security and Embedded Contracts Advisor
to join our
Facilities and Laboratory Services
team in the
Corporate
Group. This is a
full time
opportunity, initially on a 12 month fixed term contract basis (or could be offered as a temporary promotion or secondment). The role will be based in South Mimms, with regular (monthly or bi-monthly) travel to our Canary Wharf office at 10 South Colonnade. Due to business need, this position is an on-site role. Who are we? The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. What's the role? This role offers an opportunity to join the Site and Security Team, in FLS, and will be responsible for managing the soft facilities services, such as cleaning, catering and security for both South Mimms and Canary Wharf sites. This post is responsible for managing embedded contractors, site wide contractor security screening, meeting room and visitor management. In addition, the role is the first point of contact for dealing with security issues on both sites. The Security and Embedded Contracts Advisor is responsible for the provision of catering, security and cleaning services, managing the contracts and monitoring performance. They are accountable for managing all Agency site access requests ensuring security checks are in place for staff and undertaking contractor checks. The post line manages one member of staff based at 10SC and is responsible for liaising with Government Property Agency and others to ensure building services and security inductions are provided. This role is the first point of contact for cleaning, catering, security and Parkfield House enquiries, as well as for issues related to security equipment, systems and issues, liaising with staff at all levels to co-ordinate works, such as deep cleans of high containment areas, access to site, dealing with issues and problems that arise, investigating and resolving such issues. Key responsibilities: Responsible for the provision of catering, security and cleaning services, managing the contracts and onsite embedded contractors. Undertaking regular contract reviews, auditing the services provided and setting, monitoring and reporting on Key Performance Indicators ensuring excellent quality of service and value for money for the Agency. Accountable for managing all Agency site access requests ensuring all security checks are in place for staff and undertaking contractor, visiting worker and other BPSS security checks. Liaising with Government Property Agency (GPA) or Government Hubs Team (GHT) and others to ensure and/or provide building and security inductions. Responsible for managing the use of the Parkfield House facility, ensuring it provides high quality fit for purpose accommodation. Updating policies and procedures and ensuring they are adhered to, managing bookings, logging and co-ordinating stays and preparing invoices. First point of contact for the SMSite for all cleaning, catering and Parkfield enquiries, as well as issues with security equipment, systems and queries, liaising with staff at all levels to co-ordinate works, such as deep cleans and cleaning of high containment areas. Dealing with issues and problems that arise, investigating and resolving such issues. Who are we looking for? Our successful candidate will have: Considerable experience and knowledge in contract management and managing soft facilities contracts. Well-documented experience of working in security and with security management systems on a high security site. 5 or more GCSEs including English and Maths, a professional qualification in facilities management or an IT related subject or equivalent experience. Ability to confidently discuss technical and specialist issues both to contractors and staff in order to advise and build confidence and trust in area of expertise. If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please read our
Job Description and Person Specification! The selection process: We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates,
find out more here. Online application form, including questions based on the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profiles.
Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application. Interview , which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles. In the instance that we receive a high number of applications, we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria of Communicating and Influencing. Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency-based answers provided- ensure you have read these thoroughly and allow sufficient time. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description. Closing date: 31 January 2025 Shortlisting date: 7 February 2025 Interview date: 17 February 2025 If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process, please contact
careers@mhra.gov.uk If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact
careers@mhra.gov.uk
#J-18808-Ljbffr
