Estates Manager

The Best Connection; Newquay; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

£22.94 per hour

Contract extension potential

Multi-site responsibilities

Job summary

The Best Connection in Newquay, Cornwall seeks an experienced Estate Manager for an immediate start on a temporary assignment. You will oversee multi-site maintenance, manage contractors and ensure compliance with safety and statutory requirements.

A full UK driving licence is essential as travel between sites may be required. Responsibilities include coordinating repairs, monitoring budgets, and supporting health and safety protocols while deputising for senior management when needed.

Qualifications

• IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent health & safety qualification (or working towards).
• Experience in estates, facilities, property or asset management.
• Good working knowledge of compliance, risk assessments and statutory inspections.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance across buildings, facilities and open spaces, both planned and reactive.
• Manage contractors, monitor workmanship and ensure high safety standards.
• Ensure statutory inspections and maintenance schedules are documented and compliant.
• Support health and safety, risk assessments and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate repairs, emergency works and infrastructure improvements.
• Monitor records, logs and audit trails for property and assets.
• Assist with budget monitoring and obtaining quotes for value for money.
• Liaise with contractors, stakeholders and internal teams; deputise for senior management when needed.

Skills

Estate management

Facilities management

Property management

Health & safety

Stakeholder management

Organisation

Driving licence

Communication

Education

IOSH / NEBOSH or equivalent

Health & safety qualification

Job description

Newquay, England

Estate Manager - Immediate Start (Temporary Contract)

Location: Newquay, Cornwall

Reports to: Director of Operations

Contract: Temporary Assignment (Minimum 1 Month, Expected 8+ Weeks)

Pay Rate: £22.94 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (4:30pm finish on Fridays)

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Estate Manager to join their team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone between roles, semi-retired, or an experienced estates professional looking for an immediate start.

The successful candidate will oversee the management, maintenance and compliance of a varied portfolio of public buildings, facilities and open spaces, ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with statutory requirements.

A full UK driving licence is essential as occasional travel between sites may be required.

Shift Pattern

• Monday to Friday
• 9:00am - 5:00pm (4:30pm finish on Fridays)
• Immediate start available
• Temporary contract with a minimum commitment of 1 month
• Likely to extend beyond the initial period
• Occasional out-of-hours, weekend or evening work may be required to support operational needs

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across buildings, public facilities and open spaces
• Manage contractors, monitor workmanship and ensure projects are completed safely and to a high standard
• Ensure statutory inspections, compliance checks and maintenance schedules are completed and documented
• Support the delivery of health & safety procedures, risk assessments and compliance requirements
• Coordinate building repairs, emergency works and infrastructure improvement projects
• Monitor property and asset compliance records, inspection logs and audit trails
• Support public space improvements and operational estate management activities
• Liaise with contractors, stakeholders, community groups and internal departments
• Assist with budget monitoring, obtaining quotations and ensuring value for money
• Handle service-related issues and support the delivery of high-quality public services
• Deputise for senior management when required

Person Specification

Experience & Skills

• Previous experience within Estate Management, Facilities Management, Property Management or a similar role
• Strong understanding of health & safety legislation and property compliance requirements
• Experience managing contractors and overseeing maintenance projects
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple sites effectively
• Confident dealing with stakeholders, contractors and members of the public
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Experience maintaining compliance records and service schedules
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

Essential Qualifications

• IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification (or working towards)
• Relevant experience within estates, facilities, property or asset management
• Good working knowledge of compliance requirements including risk assessments and statutory inspections

Desirable Qualifications

• Trade qualification such as Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry or similar
• Experience working within Local Government, Public Sector or Community Services
• Knowledge of asset management systems and compliance registers
• First Aid or Emergency Response training
• Experience working alongside contractors using RAMS and CDM regulations

What We Offer

• £22.94 per hour
• Immediate start available
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a respected organisation
• Ideal for experienced professionals between permanent positions
• Varied and rewarding role overseeing multiple sites and facilities
• Potential for contract extension