Director of Estates, Facilities and Health and Safety

Smiley & Co, Ltd.; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Director for Estates and Facilities Management, responsible for operational oversight, ensuring compliance with health and safety, and strategic development of estate functions. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience and a strong track record in facilities management, engaging with diverse stakeholders to enhance learning environments.

Benefits

Access to local government pensions scheme

Up to 50 days annual leave

Access to gyms, restaurants, and salons

Wellbeing and benefits schemes

Flexible working hours

Parking available

Career development opportunities

Grants for new FE teachers in STEM subjects

Recruitment Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in senior estates management within a multi-site organization.
• Track record of delivering strategic estates plans.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Overall operational management of estates and facilities functions.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Strategic leadership for Estates teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Communication

Financial Management

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Location: Rotherham / Worksop(Across all college sites)

Salary: £53,169 to £59,829 per annum

The Role

As Director, you will be responsible for the overall operational management of their Estates and Facilities Management functions. Your primary objective will be to ensure their estates, facilities, and curriculum areas not only meet but exceed Health and Safety Legislation, statutory building management, and safeguarding requirements.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Finance and Estates, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing their long-term strategic estate development plans. This is a highly collaborative position, requiring strong interpersonal skills and an excellent communication style to effectively engage with colleagues, the Executive Team, the Board of Governors, external stakeholders, and the teams you lead.

You will lead a culture of high expectations, building successful relationships centred on high-quality customer service that ultimately supports access to the best possible learning environment for their learning communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain overall control of the Groups estate and facilities management function, ensuring robust adherence to health and safety legislation, statutory building management, and safeguarding compliance, including comprehensive risk management.
• Lead the day-to-day operational management of estates, facilities, security, and health and safety, coordinating closely with curriculum colleagues to provide outstanding learning facilities.
• Support the Executive function in developing and maintaining the long-term strategic development of the Groups estate, facilities, and operations.
• Provide strategic leadership and management for their Estates teams, including Health and Safety Officers, Campus Estates Managers, Group Security and Safety Manager, and external advisors, promoting high standards, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Represent the Group on local boards and forums, advising on emerging safety and security matters and initiatives to enhance their environment.
• Drive the Groups environmental sustainability strategy, linking to estate development, digital infrastructure, procurement, food, and waste.
• Lead the Estates purchasing, procurement, and budget setting processes, ensuring efficient and effective resource allocation.
• Oversee the management of internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across all responsible areas.
• Develop and maintain the Groups emergency planning and response, including the annual review of their Disaster Management Plan.
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

They are seeking an experienced and proactive leader with:

• Demonstrable experience in a senior estates, facilities, and health & safety management role, ideally within a multi-site organisation.
• A proven track record of developing and implementing strategic estates plans and delivering significant projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience of health and safety legislation, statutory building management, and safeguarding requirements.
• Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop diverse teams.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• A commitment to promoting a positive culture of compliance, safety, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in budget management and procurement processes
  
  

You will hold a professional/academic relevant qualification at degree level, with evidence of relevant and ongoing CPD including membership with a professional awarding body.

You will ideally have undertaken a first aid at work qualification. You will hold a Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in English and Maths (or be willing to undertake)

Benefits

• Access to local government pensions scheme
• Up to 50 days annual leave per year including closure during Christmas period
• Access to the gyms, restaurants and salons
• Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service
• Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles
• Parking available at all of the sites
• Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications
• New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the levelling up premium payments initiative
• Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth by to £200 per referral made
  
  

To Apply

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