Multi-Site Facilities Manager - Lead & Maintain Estates

National Trust; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial pension scheme (up to 10%)

Free entry to National Trust places

Rental deposit loan

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Perks at work discounts

Holiday allowance up to 32 days + buy

Flexible working where possible

Employee assistance programme

Free parking at most Trust places

Job summary

National Trust is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead a dedicated team across five unique properties including Ham House Property Group. You will oversee maintenance, safety, and visitor facilities, ensuring operations are safe, efficient and welcoming.

The role includes Duty Manager responsibilities, with occasional weekends and bank holidays to support operations and guest experiences. You will work closely with gardens, collections and commercial teams to deliver high standards while driving

Qualifications

• Leading facilities, estates, maintenance or operational teams across multiple sites.
• Motivating and developing people while building positive relationships with contractors and stakeholders.
• Maintaining buildings and infrastructure to a high standard.
• Understanding health and safety, compliance and risk in operations.
• Planning and delivering maintenance programmes and projects.
• Managing budgets, resources and contractor performance.
• Supporting environmental sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of planned maintenance, reactive repairs and small projects across the property group.
• Coordinate larger capital projects with teams, contractors and partners.
• Ensure buildings and facilities are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.
• Build cross-department relationships and optimise resource use.
• Take Duty Manager responsibilities and respond to incidents during shifts.

Skills

Facilities leadership

Team supervision

Health & safety

Budget management

Sustainability

Contractor management

Job description

National Trust is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead a dedicated team across five unique properties including Ham House Property Group. You will oversee maintenance, safety, and visitor facilities, ensuring operations are safe, efficient and welcoming.

The role includes Duty Manager responsibilities, with occasional weekends and bank holidays to support operations and guest experiences. You will work closely with gardens, collections and commercial teams to deliver high standards while driving