Strategic Estates Leader—Public Assets & Compliance

Wotton-under-Edge; Stroud; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wotton under Edge Town Council is seeking an Estates Manager to lead the organisation's estate, ensuring buildings, green spaces and public infrastructure are managed professionally and safely. The role provides strategic oversight across all land, buildings and spaces, including capital projects and long-term asset planning.

The successful candidate will lead the Estates Team, drive maintenance and compliance, and work to modernise systems while aligning with the Council's growth and Local

Qualifications

• Senior level experience in estates, facilities or asset management.
• Experience leading teams and managing budgets.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Experience with capital refurbishments and asset planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Estates Team and oversee daily operations across assets.
• Oversee capital projects, refurbishment programmes and long-term asset planning.
• Act as lead officer for health and safety, compliance, and building regulations.
• Ensure estates are safe, welcoming and well maintained.

Skills

Estates management

Facilities management

Asset management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Health and safety knowledge

Job description

Wotton under Edge Town Council is seeking an Estates Manager to lead the organisation's estate, ensuring buildings, green spaces and public infrastructure are managed professionally and safely. The role provides strategic oversight across all land, buildings and spaces, including capital projects and long-term asset planning.

The successful candidate will lead the Estates Team, drive maintenance and compliance, and work to modernise systems while aligning with the Council's growth and Local