Estates & Operations Manager

IRIS Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Sale, Greater Manchester, is seeking an Estates & Operations Manager to oversee facilities and operational services. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in estates management, strong knowledge of compliance, and excellent leadership skills. This full-time role offers a salary starting at £42,000 per annum with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development

Training opportunities

Impactful role

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estates, facilities, or operations management.
• Strong knowledge of building maintenance and health & safety compliance.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead on property and facilities management.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and fire regulations.
• Oversee housekeeping and operational teams.

Skills

Estates management

Operations management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

NEBOSH

IOSH

IWFM

RICS accreditation

Job description

Sale, Greater Manchester (M33 5AH)

Starting at £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Full-time, Permanent

Join our client

Are you an experienced Estates and Operations professional looking to make a real difference?

Our client, a leading charity in Sale, Greater Manchester, is seeking a dynamic Estates & Operations Manager to oversee their facilities, estates, transport, and operational services.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key leadership role in ensuring our environments are safe, sustainable, and empowering for the people they support.

About the Role

As Estates & Operations Manager, you will:

• Lead on all aspects of property and facilities management across multiple sites.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and fire regulations.
• Oversee housekeeping, transport, and operational teams.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and contractors to deliver value for money.
• Drive sustainability projects and support our client's commitment to environmental responsibility.
• Contribute strategically to organisational growth and development.

About You

They're looking for someone who brings:

• Proven experience in estates, facilities, or operations management (charity, care, or education sector experience desirable).
• Strong knowledge of building maintenance, health & safety compliance, and fire safety.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Desirable qualifications: NEBOSH, IOSH, IWFM, or RICS accreditation plus experience leading capital or sustainability projects.

Why Join Stockdales?

Our client's values are rooted in providing safe, inclusive, and supportive environments. You ll be part of a dedicated leadership team, helping shape the future of our charity while enjoying a role that offers variety, responsibility, and impact.

They are committed to investing in their staff, offering training, professional development, and the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of the people they support.