Head Of Maintenance & Estate Operations

Agricultural and Farming Jobs Agency; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Estate accommodation

Estate vehicle for business use

Pension scheme

Training and professional development

Tools and PPE provided

Job summary

Agricultural and Farming Jobs Agency is seeking a Head of Maintenance & Estate Operations to lead maintenance, refurbishment and day-to-day estate operations for a substantial private rural estate in Berkshire. This senior role oversees a diverse portfolio including historic properties, hospitality facilities and renewable energy systems.

You will manage maintenance teams, coordinate contractors, ensure HSE compliance and drive multi-project delivery, with Monday–Friday hours and estate

Qualifications

• Significant experience in property maintenance, facilities management, construction or a similar operational environment.
• Strong practical background in a recognised trade.
• Previous experience managing maintenance teams and external contractors.
• Proven ability to deliver planned and reactive maintenance programmes.
• Experience managing refurbishment, renovation and building projects.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, prioritise workloads and oversee multiple projects.
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Lead the estate maintenance and grounds teams.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across the estate.
• Coordinate work schedules, resources and property upkeep.
• Manage refurbishment, renovation and building projects.
• Oversee contractors, budgets, quotations and project delivery.
• Monitor safety, costs and deadlines.

Skills

Property maintenance

Facilities management

Contractor management

Leadership

Budget management

Driving licence

Education

NEBOSH

IOSH

SMSTS

CIWM/WAMITAB

Job description

Head of Maintenance & Estate Operations l Vacancy ID: 64418 DM

*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.*

Would you relish the opportunity to oversee the maintenance, refurbishment and day-to-day operations of a prestigious private country estate?

Looking for something a little different? An opportunity to take ownership of the maintenance and operations of a substantial private estate, combining property, projects, people and the great outdoors.

Country estates, historic properties and a role with real responsibility. Does this sound like your next move?

Could you be the person behind the smooth running of a prestigious private estate?

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Accommodation: Estate house available by separate negotiation
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4.30pm

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Maintenance & Estate Operations to join a prestigious private rural estate in Berkshire.

This is a senior, hands-on management position with responsibility for overseeing the maintenance, refurbishment and day-to-day operation of an extensive and diverse estate portfolio.

The estate comprises over 45 residential properties, commercial premises, hospitality facilities, golf courses, agricultural buildings and a collection of significant historic and listed properties. In addition, the estate operates several specialist infrastructure and renewable energy facilities.

Reporting to the Land Agent, you will lead the maintenance and grounds teams, manage contractors, oversee refurbishment projects and ensure the estate's properties, facilities and operational assets are maintained to the highest standards.

This role would suit a practical, organised and commercially minded individual who enjoys taking ownership, leading people and managing a varied workload within a rural estate environment.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Property Management

• Lead the estate maintenance and grounds teams.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across the estate.
• Coordinate work schedules, resources and property upkeep.
• Ensure all properties and facilities are maintained to a high standard.

Refurbishment & Capital Projects

• Manage property refurbishments, renovations and improvement projects.
• Oversee contractors, budgets, quotations and project delivery.
• Monitor quality, costs and deadlines.

Contractor & Supplier Management

• Appoint, coordinate and supervise contractors and specialist trades.
• Oversee servicing, repairs and contractor performance.
• Ensure work meets estate standards and health and safety requirements.

Estate Infrastructure & Renewable Energy

• Oversee maintenance and operation of anaerobic digestion, hydroelectric and biomass systems.
• Coordinate inspections, servicing, repairs and upgrades.
• Monitor system performance and manage associated supplies.
• Liaise with contractors and the Farm Manager.

Farm Operations Support

• Work alongside the Farm Manager to support estate and agricultural operations.
• Coordinate maintenance resources and equipment where required.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and estate procedures.
• Manage statutory inspections, risk assessments and maintenance records.
• Oversee safe working practices and CDM compliance where applicable.

Skills & Experience Required

• Significant experience in property maintenance, facilities management, construction or a similar operational environment.
• Strong practical background in a recognised trade.
• Previous experience managing maintenance teams and external contractors.
• Proven ability to deliver planned and reactive maintenance programmes.
• Experience managing refurbishment, renovation and building projects.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, prioritise workloads and oversee multiple projects.
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a private estate or rural estate environment.
• Knowledge and experience of historic and listed buildings.
• Familiarity with anaerobic digestion, hydroelectric or biomass systems.
• Agricultural or farming experience.
• Relevant qualifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, SMSTS, CIWM/WAMITAB or equivalent.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on skills and experience.
• Estate accommodation available by separate negotiation.
• Estate vehicle for business use.
• Tools and PPE provided where required.
• Pension scheme.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Monday to Friday working pattern, 8am - 4.30pm.
• Weekend and on-call cover by negotiation.

Keywords: Head of Maintenance l Head of Estate Maintenance l Multi-skilled Maintenance l Estate Maintenance Manager l Historic Buildings l Estate Manager l Estate Operations Manager l Rural Estate Manager

*As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for. *