Senior Estates & Facilities Manager (Multi-Site)

ALT Trust; Vale of White Horse; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Smart Clinic access

Enhanced sick-pay arrangements

Flexible and family-friendly policies

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

ALT Trust is seeking a Senior Estates Manager to lead estates strategy across its schools and facilities, reporting to the CEO and collaborating with Trustees and senior leaders. The role covers asset management, maintenance programmes, safety, and contract management across multiple sites.

The post requires extensive estates or facilities management experience, proven budget control, and a proactive approach to risk, compliance and sustainability.

Qualifications

• substantial experience in estates, facilities, property or operational management across multiple sites
• experience with premises compliance and health & safety legislation
• experience with planned maintenance, capital projects and contractor management
• ability to assess complex information, prioritise risk and present recommendations
• proven budget management and value-for-money achievements
• driving licence and access to transport

Responsibilities

• lead estates strategy, asset management planning and facilities priorities
• oversee planned maintenance, capital programmes and major projects
• lead health and safety, compliance, risk management and emergency planning
• ensure inspections, testing and remedial work are recorded and completed
• commission and manage estates contracts with focus on quality and value
• provide assurance and advice to senior leaders and Trustees
• support estates contribution to sustainability and climate resilience
• due diligence and integration support for new schools and services

Skills

Estates management

Budget management

Contractor management

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

ALT Trust is seeking a Senior Estates Manager to lead estates strategy across its schools and facilities, reporting to the CEO and collaborating with Trustees and senior leaders. The role covers asset management, maintenance programmes, safety, and contract management across multiple sites.

The post requires extensive estates or facilities management experience, proven budget control, and a proactive approach to risk, compliance and sustainability.