Hands-On Facilities & Estates Officer - Education Site

Dovetail & Slate Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail & Slate Ltd in the West Midlands is seeking an Estates & Facilities Officer to keep its buildings and grounds safe, compliant and well maintained for staff and learners.

You'll be hands-on across the site, handling day-to-day maintenance, supporting planned works and ensuring the environment is fit for purpose throughout the working week. This role requires practical maintenance skills and a focus on safety and efficient site operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in estates, facilities or building maintenance role.
• Practical maintenance skills across trades.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in a building or site.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Desirable: experience in education/public sector setting.
• Desirable: health and safety or trade qualification.
• Desirable: liaising with and supervising contractors.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance, repairs and general upkeep across buildings and grounds.
• Support health and safety compliance, including statutory checks and record keeping.
• Liaise with contractors and oversee works on site.
• Respond to maintenance requests and prioritise them appropriately.
• Support room setups, moves and events as required.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, works and equipment.

Skills

Estates experience

Maintenance skills

Health & safety knowledge

Organisation skills

Education

Education/Trades qualification (desirable)

Health and safety qualification (desirable)

Job description

Dovetail & Slate Ltd in the West Midlands is seeking an Estates & Facilities Officer to keep its buildings and grounds safe, compliant and well maintained for staff and learners.

You'll be hands-on across the site, handling day-to-day maintenance, supporting planned works and ensuring the environment is fit for purpose throughout the working week. This role requires practical maintenance skills and a focus on safety and efficient site operations.