Estates Manager

7 days ago


Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom Durrington Multi Academy Trust Full time

It is an exciting time to join DMAT and we are looking to recruit an exceptional individual to join our team in this newly created post.

As the Estates Manager you will have a track record of excellent facilities management and leadership, being used to completing practical tasks.

A professional qualification in estates management and/or health and safety would be advantageous.

You will be comfortable with ambiguity and solution-focused, working with pace and accuracy, ensuring your colleagues remain engaged to achieve the right solution.

DMAT offices are based in Durrington High School, one of the largest secondary schools in the country. The school spans three floors and is in excess of 23,000m2, a complex building originally constructed in the 1950s with significant expansions since. Proudly serving 1620 children with a great education provided by dedicated staff.

DMAT currently has two school sites, soon to be more; we have a dedicated team of colleagues ensuring our schools are safe and always improving. A new opportunity is available to lead on estates management, collaborating with existing colleagues to streamline processes and ensure documentation and retention of statutory tests, checks, and inspections.

This role presents exciting and challenging opportunities to utilize your knowledge and develop yourself and your team further. You will work at Durrington High School most of the week but also across other sites occasionally.

We offer a supportive and friendly team with a focus on continuous improvement and a strong moral purpose.

This is a fantastic chance to influence the strategy and operations of the Trust.

We offer a competitive salary and the opportunity to develop the role as the Trust grows.

Tasks

Key aspects of the role:

  • To prioritize staff and children's welfare
  • To support the Director of Operations in providing effective estate management, ensuring safety and legal compliance, efficient procurement, and high contractor standards.

Main responsibilities:

  • To ensure completion and accuracy of all statutory tests and checks
  • To assist in planning and procuring projects and service contracts
  • To uphold safety standards for contractors and school staff
  • To plan and ensure compliance with the DFE's Good Estate Management Guide
  • To conduct contractor performance reviews
  • To assist in health and safety and estates policy production
  • To ensure compliance with relevant legislation and school policies
  • To provide safe and legal training planning
  • To assist the estates team with maintenance and repairs
  • To oversee school site and grounds management
  • To resolve help desk requests efficiently
  • To manage key-holding and site security
  • To oversee school vehicles' safe operation
  • To handle relevant administrative processes
  • To report on matters affecting health and safety on-site
Requirements
  • Experience in estates or health and safety management in a large organization
  • Team leadership experience
  • Budget coordination experience
  • Effective verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage others
  • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, contractors, and visitors
  • Understanding of health and safety requirements and COSHH guidelines
  • Driving licence and willingness to travel between sites
  • Commitment to learning and staying updated on relevant procedures and training
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Government-funded pension scheme
  • Employee wellbeing program
  • Free parking
  • Onsite canteen

Closing date for applications is: 9am Monday, 3rd June 2024

If you have not heard back within 10 days of applying, you have not been shortlisted this time.

This job description may be adjusted following discussion with the line manager/CEO and will be reviewed annually.



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