Premises Manager

Amey; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration - competitive salary with

Career Growth

Holiday entitlement 24 days + bank hol

Job summary

Amey Premises Manager role at Penistone Grammar School is on-site in Barnsley. 37.5 hours weekly, 8:00am-4:00pm, with a salary of £15.60 per hour. This position leads site-based facilities teams to maintain safe, secure and fully operational school environments.

You will work closely with school leadership to deliver high standards of health and safety, compliance and service delivery across the education portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience managing or supervising facilities, estates or building services teams.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience overseeing contractors, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple demands.
• Competent IT skills, including experience of CAFM or compliance management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate site-based facilities teams, creating a culture of safety, accountability and excellent customer service.
• Ensure statutory compliance activities, inspections and maintenance programmes are delivered effectively and on time.
• Manage day-to-day site operations, keeping school environments safe, secure, compliant and fit for learning.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance activities and contractor performance, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Build strong relationships with school leadership teams and operational stakeholders, providing clear communication and proactive problem solving.

Skills

Facilities management experience

Health and safety knowledge

Stakeholder management

IT skills (CAFM)

Education

SSSTS (Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme) or equivalent.

First Aid at Work.

Fire Marshal training.

Legionella Responsible Person training.

Job description

Title: Premises Manager

Requisition ID: 12501

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Premises Manager to join our Barnsley Schools Account at Penistone Grammar School, Huddersfield Road, Penistone, Sheffield S36 7BX - This role will be based on site.

The hours of work are 37.5 hours per week: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm

The salary is £15.60 per hour

At Amey, we deliver facilities management services that help create safe, compliant and inspiring environments for pupils, teachers and local communities. As Premises Manager, you'll play a vital leadership role in ensuring our schools remain safe, secure, well-maintained and fully operational every day.

This is an opportunity to lead site-based facilities teams, drive high standards of health and safety compliance, and make a real difference to the learning environment across our education portfolio. Working closely with school leadership teams and operational stakeholders, you'll be at the centre of delivering excellent service and ensuring facilities support positive outcomes for every school community.

What You Will Do

• Lead and motivate site-based facilities teams, creating a culture of safety, accountability and excellent customer service.
• Ensure statutory compliance activities, inspections and maintenance programmes are delivered effectively and on time.
• Manage day-to-day site operations, keeping school environments safe, secure, compliant and fit for learning.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance activities and contractor performance, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Build strong relationships with school leadership teams and operational stakeholders, providing clear communication and proactive problem solving.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across compliance, sustainability, energy management and operational performance.

Essential

What You Will Bring:

• Experience managing or supervising facilities, estates or building services teams.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience overseeing contractors, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple demands.
• Competent IT skills, including experience of CAFM or compliance management systems.

Qualifications

• SSSTS (Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme) or equivalent.
• First Aid at Work.
• Fire Marshal training.
• Legionella Responsible Person training.

Desirable

• Previous experience within an education, facilities management or public sector environment.
• Experience managing multi-site operations.
• Knowledge of sustainability and energy management initiatives.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and solutions-focused.
• Strong leader who inspires and develops others.
• Customer-focused with a collaborative approach.
• Adaptable, resilient and able to respond effectively to changing priorities.
• Highly accountable with a commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
• Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.