Estates Health and Safety Manager

TipTopJob; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious school in Canterbury is seeking an experienced Estates Manager to strategically manage school facilities and grounds. The role involves overseeing maintenance, ensuring health and safety compliance, and managing budgets. Ideal candidates will have formal qualifications in facilities management and strong experience in a complex environment. This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary ranging from GBP 50,000 to GBP 60,000.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in premises or facilities management.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Proven experience in estates or facilities management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and development of school buildings and grounds.
• Manage health and safety policies and procedures across the school.
• Ensure school estate provides a safe environment for pupils.

Skills

Estates management

Health and safety knowledge

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

IWFM Level 4 or equivalent

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Overview

Location: Canterbury

Salary: A GBP 50,000 – A GBP 60,000 dependent on experience and qualifications

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

The school is a private day and boarding school located in Canterbury, Kent, England and established in 1749. The school fosters a family atmosphere, values the individual, and offers a wide range of opportunities to pupils, whatever their interests or strengths.

The Role

They are seeking an experienced and proactive Estates Manager to lead the strategic and operational management of the schools beautiful estate. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring that all buildings, grounds, gardens, and sports facilities are maintained to the highest standards, supporting the schools commitment to excellence in education and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Estate Management

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and development of all school buildings, grounds, gardens, and sports pitches.
• Work closely with the IT Manager and Head of Security, ensuring the security of the estate, including implementing and monitoring access control, CCTV systems, and perimeter security measures.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs to ensure minimal disruption to school operations.
• Develop and implement an estates strategy aligned with the schools objectives.
• Plan and manage the estates budget, including forecasting, monitoring expenditure, and ensuring cost-effective solutions and value for money.

Health and Safety

• Lead on the development, implementation, and monitoring of health and safety policies and procedures across the school. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including fire safety, asbestos management, and water hygiene.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits, reporting findings to senior leadership.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on health and safety matters.

Safeguarding

• Ensure that the schools estate provides a safe and secure environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
• Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to identify and mitigate any environmental risks to pupil safety. Ensure contractors and visitors comply with safeguarding requirements, including DBS checks where appropriate.

Skills And Qualifications

• Formal qualification in premises or facilities management (e.g., IWFM Level 4 or equivalent).
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Proven experience in estates or facilities management within a complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Experience of developing and implementing health and safety policies and risk assessments.
• Experience in managing budgets and delivering capital projects.
• Experience in leading teams and managing staff performance.

If you would like to apply, please note this summarised description and proceed through appropriate channels on the school website to submit an application.