Head Of Facilities. Job in Havant Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A college in Hampshire is seeking a dynamic Head of Facilities to lead operational management across multiple sites. The role entails overseeing hard and soft facilities management, driving sustainability initiatives, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have extensive experience in facilities management, team leadership, and operational planning.

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level (preferably Engineering), Chartered Surveyor and/or Certified CIWFM.
• Experience in M&E maintenance (e.g., lifts, boilers, plant, auto-doors).
• Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of the law regarding health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage College sites in facilities management services.
• Drive the College's environmental and sustainability strategy.
• Ensure robust Business Continuity and Emergency response procedures.

Skills

Strategic and operational planning

Health and Safety management

Commercial acumen

Team management

Resource planning

Education

Degree in Engineering / Chartered Surveyor / Certified CIWFM

Job description

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)