Site Manager

**Important notice**

In line with our redeployment policy, we'll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.

We're looking for a Site Manager to join us at Runnymede, Ole Windsor to take care of the daily operations here.

Salary: £27,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours/ Working pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. You would be required to support occasional weekend working as part of a rota within the team, this will be felxible and on operational demand (likely to be one weekend every 4-5 weeks in a cycle).

Potential start date : ASAP

What it's like to work here:You'll work in collaboration with the property team to deliver our new strategy for meaningful long-term community engagement and involvement, post a National Lottery Heritage funded project.

This role will be based at Runnymede (National Trust property where the Operations Team are based), the post-holder will be required to work flexibly in order to develop relationships with communities, volunteers and stakeholders that are required for Runnymede's long-term success. You will be working as part of a portfolio, so occasional travel to another local National Trust property may be required.

What you'll be doing:Day to day, you'll be responsible for planning and running the on-site operations here. You'll work closely with the General Manager and others in the operations team. You'll be managing the Facilities the Community Ranger, and together you'll organise and run internal and external meetings. In these meetings, you'll be welcoming a broad range of external partners and associates on behalf of the Trust.

You'll be responsible for managing contractors, as their chief contact on site, and for compliance, organising access and making sure our work systems are always safe.

Who we're looking forApplications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below:

• Experience working in settings such as historic properties, visitor attractions, or similar environments.

• Previous experience in supervising, coaching, or training staff and/or volunteers.

• Proven ability to manage operational and project budgets, including income generation and cost control.

• Understanding of compliance requirements and experience in assessing and managing risks, including Health & Safety.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse groups including staff, volunteers, visitors, and stakeholders.

We'd love to hear from you if you're:

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experienced in the practical aspects of managing a house and garden site

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proactive and focused on solutions, mindful of the operational needs of a site

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highly organised and skilled at planning, with a good eye for detail

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adept at working to multiple deadlines and managing your own workload

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a skilled communicator who can forge strong relationships, both externally and internally

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a problem-solver, able to work on your own initiative.

The packageThe National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• EV car lease scheme

• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Employee assistance programme

• Free parking at most Trust places

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Permanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)