Head of Estates & Facilities Operations

National Composites Centre; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovation partner in the UK is looking for a Head of Estates Operations based in Bristol. The role requires overseeing all workplaces and site infrastructure, ensuring safety, efficiency, and excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years' experience in facilities management, particularly in R&D or high-risk environments, and must have full membership of RICS, IWFM or similar. This position offers a competitive salary with benefits including a pension contribution and medical insurance.

Benefits

12.5% employer pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a similar role within R&D and/or high-risk environment.
• In-depth knowledge of the principles, theory and practice of Estates and Facilities Management.
• Substantial experience of managing multiple sites, hard and soft services.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all workplaces and site infrastructure.
• Create and implement a facilities strategy focused on customer service.
• Drive energy efficiency and user satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Relationship Management

Project Management

Vendor Management

Budget Management

Risk Management

Education

Full membership of RICS, IWFM or similar

Tools

Estates/facilities software systems

Job description

A leading innovation partner in the UK is looking for a Head of Estates Operations based in Bristol. The role requires overseeing all workplaces and site infrastructure, ensuring safety, efficiency, and excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years' experience in facilities management, particularly in R&D or high-risk environments, and must have full membership of RICS, IWFM or similar. This position offers a competitive salary with benefits including a pension contribution and medical insurance.