Head of Estates & Security Strategy (SC Cleared)

Network IT; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Network IT is seeking a Head of Estates to set the strategic direction for Security and Estates, advising the Chief Executive on security decisions across Estates, H&S, Fire and Security.

The role requires leading estates operations, managing health and safety compliance, and coordinating with DIO contracts and external providers for FM services.

The position is hybrid with a six-month initial term and SC clearance mandatory for the role.

Responsibilities

• Supports governance at the highest level, providing assurance on Security, Facilities Management, Health & Safety and Fire processes.
• Leads Estates, including hard and soft FM services via DIO contracts and direct contractors.
• Line manages Security, Estates, H&S and Fire Safety teams.
• Plans site strategy and facilities to meet current and future organisational needs.
• Acts as lead customer for all hard and soft FM services delivered by a 3rd party provider.
• Oversees mandatory security, health, safety and fire compliance.
• Advises Director of Finance & Corporate Services and ELT on FM, safety and fire matters.

Skills

Security management

Estates management

FM contracts

H&S compliance

Fire safety

Job description

Network IT is seeking a Head of Estates to set the strategic direction for Security and Estates, advising the Chief Executive on security decisions across Estates, H&S, Fire and Security.

The role requires leading estates operations, managing health and safety compliance, and coordinating with DIO contracts and external providers for FM services.

The position is hybrid with a six-month initial term and SC clearance mandatory for the role.