Overview
Head of Portering & Logistics Services – Transformational Leadership Role
Are you ready to lead, innovate, and shape the future of portering and logistics services across the UK? We’re looking for an inspirational Head of Portering & Logistics Services to drive transformation, empower teams, and deliver exceptional, sustainable performance at scale.
This is a high-impact role at the heart of a national Centre of Excellence, perfect for a forward-thinking leader who wants to modernise traditional services, champion digital innovation, and influence strategy at a national level.
What You’ll Do
- Shape the direction of portering and logistics services, design innovative solutions, and guide operational teams to deliver consistent, high-performing services nationwide.
- Introduce modern digital tools, develop standardised service playbooks, and showcase best-in-class solutions to stakeholders.
- Uphold the highest standards in safety, sustainability, and regulation; strengthen controls and support sector audits.
- Embed environmentally responsible practices across operations, supporting greener workflows and organisational ESG objectives.
- Build trusted relationships, exceed expectations, and contribute expertise to bids and tenders.
- Coach, mentor, and grow capability across multiple teams while fostering a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
What You Bring
- Extensive experience leading portering, logistics, or facilities services, ideally in healthcare or complex operational environments
- Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
- Confidence presenting to clients and cross-functional teams
- Passion for digital tools, data insight, and modern logistics methods
- Expert knowledge of safety, manual handling, infection control, and operational standards
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset
- Full driving licence with willingness to travel
- Relevant facilities management or operational qualifications (IWFM, IOSH, CIWM, CPC)
- Health & Safety certifications highly advantageous
This is a unique opportunity to reshape services, inspire teams, and leave a lasting impact on operations across the UK. If you’re driven by innovation, transformation, and people leadership, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Tenure: Permanent
