Service Operations Leader

3 weeks ago


Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Welsh Ambulance NHS Trust Full time

Job Overview

We are thrilled to announce a remarkable opportunity within the Ambulance Care Directorate for a Service Operations Leader. This role encompasses oversight of the Central and West Area, including various regions.

Key Responsibilities

This position offers a unique chance to become part of a dynamic team that values innovative thinking and dedication to enhancing service delivery within Ambulance Care. You will be challenged to expand your management and strategic capabilities while collaborating closely with the Ambulance Care team and other departments. Additionally, you will engage with multiple external organizations, including voluntary and private sectors, as well as key commissioning stakeholders.

Proficiency in Welsh is preferred for this role; however, applications from both Welsh and English speakers are encouraged.

About Our Organization

#RemarkablePeople

Our team consists of over 4,000 exceptional individuals who play a vital role in delivering top-notch patient care throughout Wales, around the clock. Whether in direct patient interaction or supporting roles, your contributions are essential to our mission of providing high-quality care whenever and wherever it is needed.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that its workforce reflects the diversity of the communities it serves across Wales. We strive to foster an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity is prioritized. We actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, including individuals from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities.

Career opportunities within the Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust are diverse and plentiful, with roles available across the service. Regardless of your background or skill set, you are likely to find a fulfilling and rewarding career with us.

Role Description

Responsibilities

A comprehensive Job Description and Person Specification can be found in the supporting documents or by clicking Apply now to view in Trac.

The post holder will have direct managerial responsibilities for a team of leaders and their respective operational teams.

You will oversee the delivery of local operational services, ensuring that objectives and performance benchmarks are achieved by monitoring standards and adhering to contractual obligations outlined in local Commissioner Service Level Agreements. It is essential to ensure compliance with Trust Policies, Procedures, and Quality Standards, implementing changes as necessary.

If you possess the experience, knowledge, and skills required for this pivotal role and wish to contribute to the development of #TeamWAST, we would be eager to hear from you.

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

  • A degree in a relevant field such as Business or Healthcare.
  • Extensive experience and specialized knowledge in Business, Logistics, or Healthcare.

Desirable

  • Above-average understanding of performance metrics, including data analysis.
  • Experience managing at a senior level within the NHS.
  • Familiarity with SLA and/or account management.
  • Knowledge of NHS complaint processes.
  • Understanding of NEPTS in the UK.

Experience

Essential

  • Significant experience in staff management.
  • Proven experience in Financial Management and budget oversight.
  • Proficient in computer applications, particularly Word and Excel.
  • Experience utilizing information systems to guide management decisions.
  • Collaborative experience with staff representatives to implement change.
  • Experience working effectively with partners to enhance services.
  • Background in a performance and/or service delivery environment.

Desirable

  • Proficiency in data analysis and information systems.
  • Experience collaborating with Health Boards/external stakeholders to improve service delivery.
  • Background in a Health Service/Care environment.
  • Experience interacting with the public.

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Self-motivated and self-aware.
  • Demonstrated integrity, objectivity, and fairness.
  • Confident with the ability to influence peers, staff, and external audiences.

Circumstances

Essential

  • Willingness to travel across various locations as needed.
  • Flexibility in working hours.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to foster positive relationships with business partners.
  • Capability to simplify complex information into clear messages.
  • Strong time management skills with a proven track record of meeting deadlines.
  • Well-developed analytical and report writing skills.
  • Strong investigative skills.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively solve problems.
  • Competence in dealing effectively and tactfully with individuals.
  • Evidence of collaborative teamwork to achieve successful outcomes.
  • Ability to motivate colleagues to meet shared objectives.
  • Methodical and logical approach to thinking.

Desirable

  • Ability to communicate in Welsh.


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