Regional Estates Manager

Bannatyne Group; Grove Park; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch included

Flexible schedule

28 days annual leave

Free gym membership

Gym membership for another person

Spa discounts

Meal and beverage discounts 50%

Career & Personal Development

Mental health support

Service awards

Staff bonuses

Job summary

Bannatyne Group is seeking an experienced Regional Estates Manager to oversee maintenance, compliance and refurbishment across a designated region. This role will partner with General Managers and contractors to deliver cost-effective, high-quality facilities.

You will lead both planned and reactive maintenance, support energy and sustainability initiatives and travel across the East and South-East of England as required. A NEBOSH/IOSH qualification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in estates or facilities management.
• Strong technical knowledge of building maintenance and M&E systems.
• Experience managing refurbishment or construction projects.
• Solid understanding of health and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance, minimising downtime.
• Lead refurbishment and renovation projects from concept to completion.
• Manage budgets and control costs without compromising quality.
• Build relationships with contractors and suppliers, managing SLAs.

Skills

Facilities Mgmt

Maintenance planning

Budget control

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Driving licence

Travel flexibility

Education

NEBOSH/IOSH

Tools

CAFM systems

Job description

At Bannatyne, our clubs are more than buildings - they're places where members relax, train and recharge. We're now looking for an experienced Regional Estates Manager to help keep our estate operating safely, efficiently and to the high standards our members expect. This is a hands‑on, multi‑site role where you'll take ownership of maintenance, compliance and refurbishment projects across a designated region, working closely with General Managers and trusted contractors to deliver cost‑effective, high‑quality solutions. As Regional Estates Manager, you'll be responsible for the day‑to‑day and long‑term condition of our clubs, ensuring facilities are safe, compliant and well‑maintained. You'll lead both planned and reactive maintenance, manage refurbishments and support energy and sustainability initiatives across the region. This role will mainly cover the East and South‑East of England, although travel beyond these areas may be required. Our Perks:

• B-Fed - complimentary lunch or breakfast.
• Flexible schedule.
• 28 days annual leave increases with tenure.
• Free gym membership.
• Complimentary gym membership for another person (after 2 years service).
• Discounted Spa Treatments - 30%
• Discounted Spa Goods - 20% ELEMIS Products.
• Discounted Meals and Beverages - 50% cafe/bar.
• Career & Personal Development training.
• Mental Health, Well-Being and EAP Services.
• Length of Service Awards.
• Staff Awards and Bonuses.
• Discounted entertainment and shopping.

A typical day in the life of a Regional Estates Manager:

• Oversee all planned and reactive maintenance, minimising downtime and disruption
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations
• Lead refurbishment and renovation projects from concept to completion
• Manage maintenance and project budgets, controlling costs without compromising quality
• Build strong relationships with contractors and suppliers, managing SLAs and performance
• Carry out regular site visits to inspect standards and identify risks or improvement opportunities
• Act as the point of contact for emergency and urgent maintenance issues
• Support sustainability and energy‑saving initiatives across the estate

Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Maintain accurate records of estate assets and works completed
• Minimum 5 years' experience in estates or facilities management
• Strong technical knowledge of building maintenance and M&E system.
• Proven experience managing refurbishment or construction projects
• Solid understanding of health and safety compliance
• Budget management and cost-control experience
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organised, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel and stay overnight when required

Experience within leisure, health club, gym, spa or hospitality environments would be desirable, alongside a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification, familiarity with CAFM or FM systems, experience supporting new site openings or major refurbishments, and an understanding of energy management and sustainability initiatives.