College Facilities Manager - Maternity Cover

Summary:

College Facilities Manager - Maternity Cover job opportunity at a leading educational institution.

About the School:

The school is committed to providing an outstanding education and fostering a vibrant, inclusive community. It prides itself on academic excellence, student achievement, and a supportive working environment for all staff.

The Opportunity:

As a College Facilities Manager, you will ensure all sites are safe, compliant, and well-maintained. This role is essential to the smooth running of the college and boarding accommodation sites, supporting the school's mission of academic excellence and student well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) for hard services across all sites.
• Oversee service contracts and tendering for new contracts.
• Ensure the maintenance of catering kitchen equipment and general site maintenance with caretakers and external contractors.
• Act as the first point of contact for external contractors, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standard.
• Monitor and utilise the building management software system for efficient operations.
• Ensure all health and safety policies are followed, including weekly inspections and fire risk assessments.
• Lead the college fire team and conduct termly fire evacuations in line with regulatory requirements.
• Manage site waste and ensure compliance with all legislation related to health and safety, fire, and risk assessments.
• Support the Senior Leadership Team in reviewing and updating policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience as a Facilities/Site Manager in a commercial or educational environment.
• Experience in hands-on site management and line management responsibilities.
• ICT literate with proficiency in Microsoft packages and databases.
• Ability to provide effective line management and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Preferred

• Experience with managing multi-site operations and working within a large educational institution.
• Knowledge of building management systems and fire safety regulations.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to manage external contractors and internal teams.

Compensation & Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Free lunch, tea, and coffee for staff.
• Access to a group personal pension plan with 7% employer contribution.
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.