Estate Manager - Facilities Management

Hatched Recruitment Group; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council is recruiting an experienced Estate Manager to lead estate and asset management across the council's property portfolio in Lisburn.

Reporting to the Assets Unit, you will manage the Estates Strategy, energy programmes, and compliance, with 37 hours per week on a temporary 26-week contract. Salary is £26.62 per hour, paid weekly, based in Lagan Valley Island.

Qualifications

• Degree or 5+ years' asset management experience in estate/asset management.
• At least 3 years post-qualification asset management experience.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations, Building Regulations, Health & Safety Regulations and energy management.

Responsibilities

• Lead Estate and Asset Management across the Council's property portfolio.
• Manage Estates Strategy, energy programmes and Corporate Landlord model.
• Oversee surveys, design, budgets and business cases.
• Oversee maintenance contracts, tenders and supervision.
• Prepare reports for committees and assist budget planning.
• Deputise for Head of Assets when required.

Skills

Driving licence

Staff supervision

Project planning

Budgeting

Education

Degree in Estate/Asset Management

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

Estate Manager (PO5) - Facilities Management

Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn, BT27 4RL

£26.62 per hour (Paid Weekly)

37 hours per week | Temporary - 26 weeks +

Start date: 1 October 2026

Hatched Recruitment Group is recruiting on behalf of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council for an experienced Estate Manager to join the Regeneration & Growth directorate, working within the Council's Assets Unit.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced asset management professional to lead the planning, delivery and improvement of Estate and Asset Management across the Council's property portfolio. You'll manage and co-ordinate the Estate Management Service Section, working in partnership across all Directorates to help the Council get the best value and benefit from its assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Council's Estates Strategy, Condition and Energy programmes, including a Corporate Landlord Asset Management Model
• Advise on property acquisitions, disposals, leasing and licensing
• Oversee site/building surveys, project design, budget estimates and business cases
• Manage planned preventative maintenance contracts, tenders and works supervision
• Oversee statutory compliance including asbestos, legionella, and health & safety across Council properties
• Manage energy and utility use, reduction measures and statutory energy reporting
• Line manage staff, setting objectives and supporting development
• Prepare reports for Council committees and contribute to budgetary planning
• Deputise for the Head of Assets as required

What You'll Need

• A third-level qualification (degree, NVQ Level 4 or equivalent) in Estate/Asset Management, Engineering, Construction or a related field - or 5 years' relevant experience if you don't hold a formal qualification
• A minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in a comprehensive asset management role, covering property acquisition/disposal, energy management, statutory compliance, procurement and contract management, project planning, and staff supervision
• A full, current UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Working knowledge of CDM Regulations, Building Regulations, Health & Safety Regulations, British Standards and forms of contract relating to construction
• Working knowledge of energy and building management systems