Village Manager

As Village Manager, you will be the senior on-site leader and General Services Manager, accountable for the overall performance, safety, and experience of the village.This role goes beyond operational management, it's about creating a welcoming, supportive environment where residents feel genuinely at home. You will lead a complex, contract-based operation and bring it to life as a high-quality, "home-from-home" community, where people can relax, recharge, and feel cared for between demanding work rotations.Championing a resident-first culture, you will inspire your team to deliver services that are not only safe and efficient, but warm, thoughtful, and personal. With a strong focus on wellbeing and community, you will drive initiatives that help residents feel connected, respected, and supported, ensuring the village is more than just a place to stay, but a place where people truly feel they belong. Please note: This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be arranged by the company. What you'll do

• Deliver all services in line with contractual requirements, SLAs and agreed standards
• Take responsibility for operational performance, ensuring quality, compliance and consistency
• Manage budgets, control costs and support overall contract profitability
• Lead on client engagement, including regular meetings, reporting and performance reviews
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards
• Oversee audits, reporting, documentation and day-to-day operational delivery
• Lead, support and develop the team, ensuring high performance and engagement
  
  Operational management experience in a similar environment
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Financial and commercial awareness with ability to manage budgets
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work to performance, compliance and safety standards
• IOSH Managing Safely (or willingness to work towards)
  
  Good rate of pay
• All meals and accommodation provided during your working rotation
• Free on-site facilities, including a fully equipped 24/7 gym Laundry service available
• Structured rotation - work for 3 weeks, then enjoy 3 weeks off
Why Sodexo?
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 virtual GP and retail discounts
• Pension and development opportunities
• Inclusive and supportive workplace
Join Sodexo and be part of something greater