Head of Estates

A job ad can only tell you so much about this Head of Estates opportunity with a further education college in the Wigan area.

Before deciding if you want to take this role any further, you probably looking to understand a few more details before deciding to click apply.

**So, here’s the role in a nutshell**

You'll be part of a college that's truly committed to changing lives and fostering prosperity within the nearby communities, by focusing on both personal and professional growth.

Lead the delivery of this college's estates strategy and ensure efficient operational management of the estates service, playing a crucial role in the development of a successful estates service and health and safety strategy.
- **Salary of up to £60,000**:

- Full-time role, permanent position
- You will be a key part of this college's sustainability and carbon zero agenda
- Lead the on the establishment, implementation, overseeing of procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with health, safety, and estates management policies
- To provide timely, up-to-date advice, guidance, and support on all health, safety, and estates matters under the College's responsibility
- To assist in the management and execution of projects across the estate
- Relevant qualification in fields such as the built environment or mechanical/electrical engineering
- Familiarity with current legislation and statutory requirements in Estates, Facilities Management, and Health & Safety
- Experience in a role overseeing estates or premises management, including health and safety
- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and tracking KPIs in Estates and Health & Safety
- Proven leadership in managing a diverse team
- Extensive experience in budget management and capital project oversight
- Comprehensive knowledge of statutory and legislative requirements in facilities and premises management, as well as Health & Safety

**Some of the benefits you'll receive along the way**
- Enhanced employer contribution pension scheme
- Generous holidays including closure periods
- Wide ranging staff career progression
- Staff benefits platform with discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Eco car scheme

**Your next step**

If this role isn’t right for you, talk to us about what is so we can help you find it.

**Talk to us: 01872 309090**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Wigan: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have knowledge in required statutory and legislative areas including facilities and premises management as well as health & safety?
- Do you have previous experience in in an estates/premises management role?
- Do you have experience in the management and leadership of a diverse staff team?

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: TS001