Head Of Facilities. Job in Havant Education & Training Jobs

ARM; Havant; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent acquisition consultancy is seeking a dynamic Head of Facilities to oversee operational management across multiple educational sites. The role emphasizes leadership, sustainability, and compliance in facilities management. Ideal candidates are degree-qualified, preferably in Engineering, with significant experience in health and safety, budgeting, and project management. The position based in Havant offers an annual salary of up to £53,523.

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level (preferably Engineering) or Chartered Surveyor.
• Experience in M&E maintenance and building project management.
• Thorough knowledge of health and safety law.

Responsibilities

• Manage College sites' hard and soft facilities management services.
• Lead environmental and sustainability strategy.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and emergency procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Health and Safety management

Risk management

Environmental sustainability

Education

Degree level in Engineering or related field

Chartered Surveyor / Certified CIWFM

Job description

Overview

Head of Facilities

3 sites (Education Centers) - Hampshire

Up to 53,523

Purpose:

My Client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Facilities to lead the operational management of our College estate. This pivotal role oversees all aspects of hard and soft facilities management across multiple sites, driving sustainability initiatives, ensuring health & safety compliance, and supporting strategic property developments. With a strong focus on leadership, commercial acumen, and service excellence, the Director will play a key role in shaping a safe, efficient, and future-ready learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• To lead and manage College sites in the delivery of hard and soft facilities management services including team management, resource planning, premises maintenance, security, outsourced contracts, suppliers and commercial lettings.
• To lead and develop the College\'s environmental and sustainability strategy.
• To lead College Health & Safety practices and policies, including off-site trips.
• To ensure the College has robust Business Continuity and Emergency response procedures in place and regularly tested.

Requirements:

• Qualified to degree level (preferably Engineering) / Chartered Surveyor and/or Certified CIWFM
• Experience of strategic and operational planning
• Experience of M&E maintenance e.g, lifts, boilers, plant, auto-doors.
• Experience of building project management through specification, tender, appointment and contractor management
• Experience in building/land disposal/sales activity
• Experience in Health and Safety management
• Experience in identifying budgets and prioritising work
• Experience required in compliance/governance to current British standards
• Experience required in risk management
• Experience in Capex planning and forward maintenance register
• Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of the law regarding health and safety

For more information, please call David on (phone number removed)

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.