Head of Property and Facilities Management

3 weeks ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcastle University Full time

About Newcastle University

Newcastle University is recognized as an outstanding workplace, offering a range of excellent benefits. Employees enjoy a generous holiday allowance, options to purchase additional leave, competitive pension plans, and various health and wellness initiatives.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking applications for the role of Director of Estates and Facilities. This pivotal position oversees the strategic direction, operational management, and regulatory compliance of the University’s diverse and dynamic estate.

The Director will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and collaborate closely with the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Registrar, and the broader Executive Board. The primary focus will be to ensure that our estate aligns with our institutional vision and effectively serves the needs of our three Faculties and all Professional Services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the built environment, ensuring its development, upkeep, and security.
  • Enhance space utilization across the campus.
  • Contribute significantly to achieving the University’s net zero carbon goals and broader sustainability initiatives.

Application Process

Interested candidates should prepare a comprehensive CV and a covering letter, not exceeding two A4 pages, detailing how they meet the essential criteria for this position. Newcastle University has partnered with Dixon Walter to facilitate this important recruitment.

Inclusivity Commitment

Newcastle University is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We actively encourage applications from individuals across all sectors of society, valuing the unique contributions that diverse backgrounds and experiences bring to our teams.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a welcoming space for all, including those seeking refuge from violence and persecution.

As a testament to our commitment to equality, we hold a silver Athena Swan award for our employment practices promoting gender equality and a Race Equality Charter Bronze award for our efforts in addressing racial inequality in higher education.

We also participate in the Euraxess initiative, supporting researchers throughout Europe.



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