Operations Director
Dovetail HRS · Salisbury, England ·
Operations Director £50,000 Salisbury Permanent This is a prominent multi-venue arts charity and cultural engine operating a diverse, multi-site portfolio in the South West. The organisation encompasses a flagship regional producing theater, a dynamic multi-disciplinary arts centre housed in a historic venue, and a high-profile annual international arts festival.
You will oversee premises and facilities operations, visitor experience at events, events management (both artistic and commercial) and support services, such as IT and health and safety across the business. This is a key role for the organisation and will be part of the Senior Management Team to ensure the smooth running of the organisation and that key business requirements are met.
The Director will have an important role to play in supporting the Executive Director in delivering our upcoming Capital Project, ensuring that day to day operations are managed whilst we undergo major refurbishment. This role presents an opportunity for an experienced Operations Director to join an exciting arts organisation at a time of transformation, keeping operations running and contributing to our new five-year strategy as we embark on a period of growth and change.
Key responsibilities Premises Management: To develop a strategic 5-year Capital Investment Plan for both premises. To work with the Facilities Manager to ensure that all facilities and premises are maintained and operated so as to ensure the welfare of all users and to ensure all risks are managed To oversee the development of comprehensive risk assessments as necessary across facilities and operations.
To oversee the development of comprehensive Operations Manuals for both premises and operations. To oversee the planned and reactive maintenance plan for all premises and ensure that this is delivered to budget To lead on the environmental sustainability plans.
To agree maintenance and cleaning schedules with the Facilities Manager, ensuring that the premises are regularly serviced and maintained to an appropriate standard and within budget To oversee the procurement of all service contracts in line with the Procurement Policy including regular reviews of existing facilities' contracts, to ensure environmental responsibility and best value To work closely with the Executive Director on Capital plans to achieve greater accessibility and environmental sustainability Commercial, Front of House an...