Estates and Facilities Operative

Sunset Tans & Spa; Brockenhurst; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the New Forest National Park is seeking an Estates and Facilities Operative on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for site security, maintenance of buildings and grounds, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. An attractive salary ranging from £24,834 to £33,285 is offered, along with generous benefits, including 25 days leave and access to various facilities.

Benefits

25 days leave plus Bank Holidays

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

On-site Nursery

Free eye care vouchers

Free secure onsite parking

Discounts on shopping and healthcare

Access to onsite gym and sports facilities

Qualifications

• Good general standard of education.
• Basic computer literacy for job logging and reporting.
• Experience in estates or maintenance roles required.
• Strong organisational and communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage site security and intruder alarm systems.
• Monitor and respond to fire alarms.
• Perform reactive maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain external areas including paths and gardens.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Understanding of Health & Safety

Education

Good general standard of education

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Estates and Facilities Operative to join the team on a full time, fixed term basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £24,834 - £33,285 per annum.

We are a high-achieving college who attracts around 2,800 sixth form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.

About the Role

As the Estates and Facilities Operative, you will be responsible for the safe, secure, and efficient running of the site. The role includes carrying out maintenance and caretaking duties, managing site security, operating intruder alarm systems, and responding appropriately to fire alarm and fire panel activations to ensure the safety of all building users.

Responsibilities

Security & Site Management

• Unlock and lock buildings and site pedestrian/vehicle access points in line with procedures.
• Set and unset the intruder alarm systems in line with opening and closing of the site.

Fire Safety & Fire Panel Response

• Monitor and respond to fire alarm system activations and fire panel alerts.
• Investigate fire alarm activations in line with site procedures, where safe to do so.

Maintenance & Repairs

• Carry out reactive maintenance tasks, basic building maintenance, repairs, and fabric works (e.g., painting, minor plumbing, joinery).
• Identify and report defects, hazards, and maintenance issues.

Grounds & External Areas

• Maintain external areas including paths, car parks, gardens, and green spaces.
• Carry out litter picking, leaf clearance, and ice/snow treatment if/when required.

Health & Safety

• Work in accordance with health and safety legislation and site policies.
• Ensure safe use of tools, equipment, and substances.

General Duties

• Set up rooms for events, meetings, and operational use.
• Move furniture and equipment safely.

Qualifications

• Good general standard of education.
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to use systems for logging jobs, completing reports, and using email.
• Experience in an estates, caretaking, facilities, or maintenance role.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Benefits

• 25 days leave, rising with service, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure (pro rata for part time staff).
• An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
• On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time.
• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Free eye care vouchers.
• Free secure onsite parking.
• Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare.
• Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out).
• Weekly staff football.

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Estates and Facilities Operative role, then please click apply now! We'd love to hear from you!

Closing Date: 22nd January 2026.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.