Estates and Facilities Manager

5 days ago

Salford, United Kingdom Meridian Business Support Full time

Estates and Facilities Manager
College based role, Manchester
£46,472 – £50,939 DOE 
Hours: 36 per week

I’m currently recruiting for a proactive Estates and Facilities Manager to join a well-established college in Manchester. This is a key leadership role, ideal for someone with strong estates management experience who is ready to take ownership of the college’s facilities and ensure a safe, well-maintained learning environment.

The Role
As Estates and Facilities Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the college estate, including hard and soft facilities services, building maintenance, grounds, cleaning, security, and health and safety management. You will lead the estates and facilities team to ensure effective operations, supporting the development and maintenance of the college’s buildings and grounds.

Key Responsibilities

Provide effective management of all estates and facilities operations across the college
Lead, motivate, and develop the estates and facilities team
Plan, supervise, and deliver all maintenance and improvement projects
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, safeguarding staff, students, visitors, and contractors
Oversee cleaning, security, and general upkeep of the college estate
Contribute to the strategic development and improvement of college facilitiesAbout You

Proven experience in estates and facilities management, ideally in an educational or similar environment
Strong leadership and team management skills
In-depth knowledge of health and safety compliance and best practice
Excellent planning, organisational, and communication skills
Hands-on approach with the ability to oversee multiple aspects of facilities management simultaneouslyIdeal Qualifications

Building or Services discipline to NVQ3 or equivalent
Project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2)
Basic Health & Safety Level 1 Certificate or willingness to work towards itWhat’s on Offer

Salary range of £46,472 – £50,939 per annum
Full-time, 36 hours per week
Opportunity to lead a dedicated team and make a real impact on the college environment
Collaborative working culture in a respected educational institutionThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced facilities professional to take a strategic and operational lead in managing a busy college estate in Manchester.
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy

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