Are you an experienced, motivated team leader with a passion for delivering high‑quality facilities services in a healthcare environment?
We are looking for a Facilities Supervisor to join our dedicated team at the Royal Gwent Hospital in Newport supporting patient care across our sites.
In this vital role, you’ll help ensure our environments are safe, clean, welcoming and well‑maintained—supporting clinical colleagues and contributing directly to excellent patient experience.
There are 2 posts available with the following hours: -
Post 1 - 20.5 hours to be worked 07:00 - 14:00, 06:30 - 14:00 and 06:30-15:00 over 3 shifts per week as part of a 4 week rota
Post 2 - 25 hours to be worked 15:00 - 20:00, Monday to Friday
As a Facilities Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving standards across cleaning, ward catering, portering, security, receipt & distribution, and grounds services. You will:
Lead and motivate facilities teams to deliver high‑quality services.
Plan and adjust work schedules to meet service demands.
Carry out regular ward/department visits and liaise with clinical teams.
Monitor service quality, complete audits and take corrective action where needed.
Support staff through training, performance reviews and daily supervision.
Ensure compliance with Health Board policies, infection control standards, COSHH, Health & Safety and Food Hygiene legislation.
Respond to day‑to‑day issues, reporting/escalating defects and service failures.
Assist with stock control, kitchen temperature monitoring, waste control, linen distribution and bed space cleaning coordination.
This is a hands‑on role requiring visibility across all areas, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to maintaining high standards.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
