• Job Type: Full-time, Year-round
• Location: London
• Salary: £38,000 to £45,000 (dependant on experience)

My client are looking for a dedicated and pro-active Estates Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving our school's estate, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for our community. This is an opportunity to contribute significantly to our mission of providing exceptional education.

• Manage both planned and reactive maintenance for the school, including liaising with contractors and scheduling work.
• Oversee maintenance budgets under the direction of the Bursar.
• Coordinate improvement works for holiday periods, from procurement to managing contractors.
• Be on-hand for 1st fix repairs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and building regulations, conducting checks and maintaining records.
• Oversee the cleaning contract, liaising with the company, problem-solving, and monitoring compliance.
• Monitor critical systems such as heating, lighting, water, and drainage, reporting and resolving any issues.
• Conduct weekly tests of fire alarm and security systems, maintaining accurate records.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance within personal competence.
• Maintain the presentation of school grounds, ensuring cleanliness and tidiness.
• Respond to ad hoc requests from staff for repairs and maintenance.
• Manage contractors on-site during holiday periods and undertake driving duties as directed.
• Assist during school functions or lettings, ensuring the school is presentable for events.
• Maintain site security, manage building access, and keep a detailed inventory of equipment, stock, and keys.

• Proven experience in estate or facilities management, preferably within an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and building compliance.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and oversee maintenance works.
• Competence in minor repair works and maintenance tasks.
• Good communication skills for liaising with contractors, staff, and the wider school community.
• A proactive approach to estate management and the ability to respond to urgent issues effectively.
• A valid driving licence may be required for driving duties.

• 30 days annual leave.
• Free lunch.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Professional development opportunities.

To apply for the Estates Manager position, apply to forward your CV to the hiring manager