Facilities & Support Services Lead — 4-Day Week

National Trust; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Trust is seeking a Facilities and Support Services Manager based at Hughenden Manor in High Wycombe. This role involves leading the care of multiple sites, managing a small team of staff and volunteers, and overseeing compliance and budget management.

Your responsibilities include managing preventative and reactive maintenance projects, ensuring safety, and maintaining relationships with environmental initiatives. The position requires strong leadership, communication, and advanced IT skills.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of facilities management and maintenance requirements.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety and compliance legislation.
• Proven leadership skills, including team development and volunteer management.
• Experience managing budgets, projects, and contracts effectively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced IT skills and experience using asset management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all planned preventative and reactive projects across the property group.
• Manage day-to-day running of capital works projects.
• Supervise a team of staff and volunteers for effective management, maintenance, and compliance.

Skills

Facilities management

Health and safety regulations

Leadership skills

Budget management

Communication skills

IT skills

Job description

The National Trust is seeking a Facilities and Support Services Manager based at Hughenden Manor in High Wycombe. This role involves leading the care of multiple sites, managing a small team of staff and volunteers, and overseeing compliance and budget management.

Your responsibilities include managing preventative and reactive maintenance projects, ensuring safety, and maintaining relationships with environmental initiatives. The position requires strong leadership, communication, and advanced IT skills.