Estates & Operations Leader, Multi-Site Schools

Preston Hedges Trust; Nottingham; In loco; GBP 65.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Preston Hedges Trust in Nottingham seeks an experienced estates, facilities or operations leader to shape our estates strategy and deliver a high-quality service across multiple schools. You will work with Site Managers, Principals and partners to ensure safe, well-maintained, efficient and welcoming environments.

Reporting to the COO, you will develop strategies, lead compliance, oversee maintenance, contracts, sustainability and drive continuous improvement while supporting growth and

Competenze

• Proven experience in estates, facilities or operations management across a multi-site organisation.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and COSHH, asbestos, fire safety & water hygiene.
• Experience managing health and safety systems, compliance audits and maintenance schedules.
• Experience leading operational or site teams across different locations.
• Track record in contract management, supplier negotiation and procurement for value for money.
• Understanding of Academies Trust Handbook and Good Estate Management for Schools guidance.
• Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving skills to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, resilient and structured approach with ownership and continuous improvement.
• Full driving licence and ability to travel between Trust sites.

Mansioni

• Estates leadership and development: Develop and deliver the Trust's Estates Strategy, oversee planned preventative maintenance and ensure our buildings, grounds and facilities are maintained to a high standard.
• Health, safety and compliance: Lead the Trust's approach to health and safety, statutory compliance and environmental risk management, ensuring robust systems, regular audits and clear assurance reporting.
• Team leadership: Line manage, support and develop Site Managers, establish consistent operational standards and build a collaborative service that works effectively across all schools.
• Procurement and contract management: Review and centralise operational contracts, negotiate with suppliers and manage contractor performance to secure quality, efficiency and value for money.
• Sustainability: Help drive the Trust's sustainability and decarbonisation agenda through practical energy-efficiency measures, waste reduction and more sustainable working practices.
• Operational improvement and growth: Embed consistent processes and support the integration of new schools into the Trust, ensuring operational arrangements are effective from the outset.

Conoscenze

Estates leadership

Health, safety & compliance

Contract management

Procurement & supplier negotiation

Sustainability & decarbonisation

Operational improvement & multi-site

Driving licence & travel between sites

Formazione

IWFM qualification

NEBOSH or IOSH certificate

Descrizione del lavoro

Preston Hedges Trust in Nottingham seeks an experienced estates, facilities or operations leader to shape our estates strategy and deliver a high-quality service across multiple schools. You will work with Site Managers, Principals and partners to ensure safe, well-maintained, efficient and welcoming environments.

Reporting to the COO, you will develop strategies, lead compliance, oversee maintenance, contracts, sustainability and drive continuous improvement while supporting growth and