Site Manager

About this role

Hours: Full Time, 40 hours per week (paid 37.5 hours)

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:00pm or 8:00am to 4:00pm (30-minute unpaid break daily)

Kingdom is looking for an experienced and proactive Site Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at our client site, Syngenta in Huddersfield.

As the on-site leader and Kingdom brand ambassador, you will be responsible for managing the onsite team, maintaining exceptional service standards, ensuring compliance, and delivering an outstanding customer experience. You will play a key role in supporting operational continuity, identifying service improvements, and providing hands-on leadership across the site.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and customer-focused manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys leading by example.

Key Responsibilities

Service Standards

• Ensure compliance with all contractual, quality, safety, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Monitor service delivery to ensure customer expectations are consistently met.
• Maintain and review site instructions, procedures, and compliance documentation.
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and site checks.

Operational Management

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the site and onsite team.
• Carry out performance reviews and provide colleague support.
• Maintain a visible presence across the estate.
• Ensure all operational activities are completed safely and efficiently.

Shift It Team Management

Manage And Coordinate The Shift It Team, Including

• Laundry operations
• Office moves
• Stores and material movements across the estate

Risk Management & Issue Resolution

• Identify and mitigate operational risks.
• Respond to incidents and escalate concerns where appropriate.
• Resolve service issues quickly to minimise disruption and maintain customer confidence.

Training & Development

• Ensure colleagues receive all required operational and compliance training.
• Support coaching, development, and knowledge sharing.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Absence Cover

• Provide planned and unplanned cover when required.
• Ensure seamless service continuity during periods of absence.

Revenue Generation

• Complete one-off chargeable customer requests.
• Support opportunities to generate additional revenue while enhancing customer satisfaction.

Governance & Compliance

• Adhere to all Kingdom policies, procedures, and governance requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and compliance documentation.
• Support financial controls and authorised spending processes.
• Produce management information and reports as required.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Minimum two years' experience in a similar management role within a service-led environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.

Desirable Qualifications

• IOSH Working Safely or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• First Aid certification.
• Manual Handling training.
• COSHH Awareness training.
• Relevant service-sector qualifications.

The Ideal Candidate

You Will

• Demonstrate Kingdom's CARE values in everything you do.
• Be customer-focused and solutions-driven.
• Champion processes and compliance.
• Be confident, professional, and approachable.
• Show initiative and a proactive attitude.
• Be dependable, flexible, and highly organised.
• Lead by example and support colleagues to succeed.

Compliance Requirements

Successful Applicants Will Be Required To Complete

• Five-year checkable work history.
• Minimum of two employment references.
• Right to Work verification.
• Credit check.
• DBS check (where applicable).

About Kingdom

The Kingdom Group delivers award-winning service solutions across security, cleaning, recruitment and training. With over £300 million in revenue and more than 11,500 colleagues nationwide, Kingdom provides specialist expertise backed by shared values, systems, and centralised support.

Operating from a National Support and Command Centre in Merseyside and regional offices across the UK, Kingdom supports clients at over 5,000 locations, delivering high-quality, customer-focused services that combine national reach with a personal touch.

Through Kingdom Academy, we invest in the development and success of our colleagues, helping them build rewarding and long-term careers.

Why Join Kingdom?

• Competitive salary of £32,500 per annum.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Career development opportunities through Kingdom Academy.
• Opportunity to join a growing national organisation.
• Supportive and experienced leadership team.
• A varied and rewarding role with genuine responsibility.
• The opportunity to make a real impact at a prestigious client site.

Apply Today

If you're a motivated manager with a passion for operational excellence, customer service and leading high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Kingdom Group at Syngenta, Huddersfield.

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