Estates and Facilities Manager - North East

WILDERNESS WAY; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilderness Way seeks a proactive Estates and Facilities Manager for the Northeast to oversee property management ensuring safety and compliance. With a focus on nurturing environments for vulnerable children, this role supports the highest care standards, following a commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Qualifications

• Strong background in estates/facilities management and health & safety.
• Experience in managing teams and contractors.
• Well-versed in UK H&S legislation and compliance best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead in-house maintenance team and manage daily operations.
• Drive health & safety and statutory compliance across sites.
• Coordinate contractors and construction projects.

Skills

Management Skills

Health & Safety Knowledge

Team Leadership

Communication

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

Relevant H&S or FM qualifications

Job description

Estates and Facilities Manager - North East

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Make a lasting impact – not just on buildings, but on lives.

At Wilderness Way, we don’t just maintain properties – we create safe, nurturing spaces where vulnerable children can heal, grow, and thrive. As a leading provider of trauma-informed residential care, our homes are at the heart of everything we do – and we’re looking for someone special to help lead the charge in the Northeast.

We’re on the hunt for a proactive, people-focused Estates and Facilities Manager to oversee our growing property portfolio. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our homes are safe, compliant, and well-maintained – supporting the highest standards of care for the children we support.

What you’ll do:

• Lead our in-house maintenance team and manage daily operations
• Drive health & safety and statutory compliance across all sites
• Coordinate contractors and construction projects, ensuring quality and safety
• Support the mobilisation of new homes as we expand
• Champion a culture of safety and proactive maintenance
• Contribute to long-term facilities planning and compliance strategy
  
  

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a strong background in estates/facilities management and health & safety
• Brings experience in managing teams and contractors
• Is well-versed in UK H&S legislation, CDM, and compliance best practices
• Thrives in a fast-paced, change-driven environment
• Can work collaboratively across multiple sites, with great communication and leadership skills
  
  

You’ll need:

• IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent)
• Relevant H&S or FM qualifications
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• A passion for making spaces safe, functional, and truly child-friendly
  
  

Why join us?

This isn’t just a property role – it’s your chance to help shape the future of services that truly change lives. You’ll work with passionate people, see the impact of your work every day, and be part of a company that puts children, care, and safety first.

Wilderness Way is one of the country’s leading providers of residential care, health and education for children who have suffered trauma and exploitation. We have a commitment to safeguarding Children. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland, proof of identity, and social media and online presence checks for successful candidates. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Seniority level

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  Mid-Senior level

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