At Marymount, located in Westmanstown, we have taken pride in providing essential community services for over 35 years, including long-term residential, convalescence, respite, and palliative care. Rooted in tradition and family values, we deliver high-quality, nurse-led, person-centred care to our 140 residents through our dedicated multi-disciplinary team.
The function of the Household Manager, a key member of the management team, reporting to the Proprietor / Director and Director of Nursing, is responsible for leading and managing the household team (13) in maintaining of the highest possible environmental standards in Marymount. The role will ensure the delivery of a professional, welcoming, and safe environment for our staff, residents and visitors.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Min 3 years of management experience
• Proven experience in managing cleaning operations, preferably in a healthcare or nursing home environment.
• Auditing Experience is desirable as this role will involve compliance checking and reporting.
• An understanding for Health and Safety principles & requirements
• All mandatory training including manual handling / fire evacuation / infection control
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: €40,000.00-€45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Have you previous experience in managing cleaning operations, preferably in a healthcare or nursing home environment.

Experience:

• management: 3 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 07/02/2025
Reference ID: HHMgr 2025
Expected start date: 03/03/202

• Leadership & Management: Lead, train, and oversee the household team to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are consistently met throughout the nursing home. Manage all aspects of time and attendance including rostering and leave approvals.
• Schedule Management: Develop and maintain a daily, weekly, monthly and annual cleaning schedule to ensure all areas are cleaned and sanitised regularly. Ensure that staff adhere to these schedules without compromising the quality of work.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all cleaning practices meet health and safety standards, including infection control protocols. Monitor the safe use and storage of cleaning supplies and chemicals in line with relevant regulations.
• Inventory Management: Oversee the ordering and control of cleaning supplies and equipment. Track inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies are available and that items are replenished in a timely manner.
• Quality Control & Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of cleaning work to ensure compliance with quality standards. Oversee the preparation of resident rooms for viewings to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness while welcoming the new resident to their home. Provide feedback to staff and implement corrective actions if necessary. Address any cleanliness-related issues or complaints promptly and efficiently.
• Collaboration with Other Departments: Work closely with care teams to accommodate special cleaning needs. Coordinate with other departments to ensure that the facility is maintained to the highest standards of hygiene. Be an active member of the Infection prevention and control committee and work closely with all members in the committee activities. This includes auditing, outbreak management plans, implementing new policies as required, and quality improvements plans.
• Training & Development: Provide ongoing training to cleaning staff on best practices for sanitation, infection control, and the proper use of cleaning products and equipment. Keep the team informed about any updates in cleaning protocols or regulations.
• Waste Management: Ensure proper waste disposal procedures are followed, including the segregation of waste, particularly medical waste, and ensure the safe disposal of hazardous materials in line with regulatory requirements.