About this role
You will lead on all aspects of safety, facilities and estate management at our outdoor learning centre, Hindleap Warren. You will also support and advise the facilities team (managed onsite by the Director of Finance) at our London Office. This role will be a blend of strategic and pragmatic thinking to create a great place to work, along with the need to 'roll up sleeves' and ensure our buildings, grounds and systems are safe, compliant, efficient and sustainable. A monthly visit to the London Office will be expected. Facilities Management Lead on delivery of all Facilities Management services, including but not limited to: M&E, fabric, cleaning/housekeeping, bed linen/laundry, car parking, grounds, waste management, pest control and external contractors. Occasionally support may be needed out of normal working hours in emergency situations. Establish and maintain a comprehensive planned preventative maintenance programme ensuring the satisfactory operation of all buildings, plant and equipment and ensuring our building remain compliant, safe, fit for purpose and reflect our brand values at all times. Procure and manage services, evaluate contracts and tender processes through a blend of in-house and out-sourced delivery methods, as appropriate, and evaluate value for money. Work with the Director of Centres & Delivery and the Head of Centre to set the estates, facilities and health & safety elements of their annual budgets and advising on capital expenditure requirements. Lead an efficient and high-performing housekeeping and facilities team, ensuring all areas of responsibility are run effectively, maintaining the highest standards of safety, customer experience and service delivery. Effectively line manage and support the development of your team through regular 121s, annual appraisals, guidance and training, including working on their personal development. Health & Safety Maintain a health and safety management system, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met, including overseeing risk assessments, health & safety policies and procedures and annual audits. Attend monthly meetings of the Safety and Safeguarding Team, analysing reported accident and incident data.