Summary
Chailey Heritage Foundation is a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities and health needs. Our state-of-the-art facilities and expert staff create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive, reach their full potential and make a difference to their lives and that of their families.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Estates and Facilities Manager to join our foundation.
MORE ABOUT THE ROLE:
JOB TITLE: Estates and Facilities Manager
SALARY: £45,000 to £55,000 DOE
HOURS: Monday – Friday 37 hours
LOCATION: Onsite
As our Estate and Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for the Chailey Heritage Foundation estate, securing a safe and efficient operating environment and advising on all aspects of property management.
You will lead the Estates Team to meet high standards and efficient attendance to site, buildings, and equipment maintenance, ensuring services are well supported and service delivery excels and advise on new developments and responsible for the delivery of construction projects on-target.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Skills and Experience:
Essential:
* Membership of relevant professional body e.g. RICS, CIOB, CIBSE, CEng
* Professional certificate in Facilities/Estates/Construction industry
* Proven experience in estates and facilities management, with a track record of successful project delivery.
* Knowledge of health and safety regulations, environmental sustainability, and property management
* Proficient in budget management and financial analysis.
* Experience of leading and motivating a team effectively and cohesively.
* Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
* Ability to contribute to the management and strategic direction of the Foundation.
* Proficient in the use and application of technology to create efficient working practices.
* Works flexibly and willing to be available to be on call as reasonably required
Other useful skills and experience:
* Nebosh/IOSH qualification
* Experience of working within a senior team and contributing to the strategic development of an organisation
* Experience of delivering training
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
Budget Management
- Consult with service managers to develop and manage a 3-year capital programme supporting Foundation Strategic Plans and individual service improvement plans.
- Accountable for Estates Operating Budget
- Manage the Patchwork Farm operating budget.
- Provide regular updates to senior colleagues.
Energy/Utilities Management
- Lead on the Foundation’s environmental policies and practices
- Secure best value for the Foundation in the provision of utilities, regularly reviewing supplier costs and taking expert advice where required.
Project Management
- Work closely with architects, consultants and service managers to keep projects compliant with statutory regulations.
- Delegate general day to day oversight of internal and external teams working on small capital projects.
- Act as the client project manager on larger capital schemes.
Health and Safety
Capital Assets
- Ensure all capital and other assets are recorded and registered appropriately in the Foundation Asset register.
Foundation-Wide Services
- Oversight of the Foundation’s engineering function, encouraging innovation to enable the children and young people to pursue their potential.
- Day to day operational support and oversight
- In collaboration with the Chief Executive and Foundation Leadership Team, lead the development and trialling of the Foundation Business Continuity Plan and specifically providing advice on Estates and Health and Safety issues and being a member of the core team in the event of an emergency.
Governance
- Act as Lead Manager for the Governors’ Committee
- Provide information, reports and support to Capex Sub-Group and Trustees’ Capital
Cleaning and Laundry
- Provide advice and support to the Maintenance Manager
MORE REASONS TO JOIN
- Competitive rates of pay
- Up to 7.5% employers’ contribution to pension
- Free DBS & update check
- Free on-site parking
- Subsidised Café
- More benefits to be announced in Jan 2024
For more information on the role please click here to review the job description.
Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.
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If you believe this role sounds like you, and you are looking to make a real difference within our organization, please apply today to be considered. For any enquiries please contact careers on either careers@chf.org or via whatsapp on 07923233178.