Mobilisation and Change Project Manager

St Andrews, Scotland, United Kingdom

Are you prepared to spearhead the transformation and seamless integration of an esteemed new contract within the realm of our Independent schools' operations across the UK and Ireland? If you're positively inclined, consider this an invitation to seize an extraordinary role as a Mobilisation and Change Project Manager with Sodexo, positioned at our esteemed St Leonards School, St Andrews, Scotland .

At Independents by Sodexo, we place pupils' health and well-being at the heart of everything we do. We create food that not only nourishes the body but also sharpens the mind and rejuvenates the spirit. Our approach is founded on collaboration, driven by our rich heritage and cherished family values, which infuse our experienced team with a naturally entrepreneurial and agile spirit, all while maintaining unwavering consistency.

Your expertise will guide the development of this programme, setting key milestones and KPIs to monitor progress, manage risk, and deliver on our commitments to all stakeholders. As the primary representative of Sodexo for new site mobilisation, your ability to liaise effectively with both technical and functional experts is crucial to ensure that we provide exemplary service at all sites.

This position demands a unique blend of skills and experiences, from navigating the complexities of health and safety compliance to mastering the art of people management and stakeholder engagement. Your background in catering, especially within the hotel or education environment, will be invaluable as you support our on-site team and clients through transformative change programmes.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.

What you’ll do:

Lead the management of Health, Safety and Environmental Legislation relating to integration of sites ensuring the statutory requirements are met and all records maintained up to date.

Take overall responsibility for ensuring that the mobilisation and change plan reflect agreed contractual terms.

Work with Accounts Manager to ensure all new contracts are operating as efficiently and effectively as possible according to KPIs and contractual agreements

Lead HR function where necessary with recruitment, induct, motivate, manage, train and develop all employees following Sodexo HR policy and guidelines

Continuously seek ways to enhance quality through innovation and cost efficiency by monitoring performance against existing standards

Manage day to day contact with key stakeholders

For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description

What you bring:

Experience of working in a catering environment

Proven operational knowledge, skills and experience in managing service operations

Management of large and diverse teams

Manage multiple workloads and shifting priorities

Ability to interpret and utilise complex and varied financial and commercial information

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients and employees at all levels

A proven ability to set one’s own standards and operate to performance criteria

Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative within a team environment

Flexible, agile, strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

Flexible and dynamic work environment

Competitive compensation

Access to ongoing training and development programs

Countless opportunities to grow within the company

For more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert!