Assistant Estates Manager
Hours: 37 per week | Location: Multi-site, based in Kent | Salary: £41,988
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Estates Manager to support maintenance, caretaking, and cleaning across our Western sites, with occasional support to Northern locations. Reporting to the Estates Manager, you will ensure estates operations run safely, efficiently, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and supervise maintenance, caretaking, and cleaning teams
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Manage contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications
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Deliver the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme
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Prepare specifications, tender documents, and basic drawings for procurement
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Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, building regulations, and development rules
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Coordinate logistics for events and respond to alarms/emergencies as required
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Monitor work via Estates Helpdesk, managing orders, invoices, and payments
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Conduct Health & Safety inspections and support staff development
Skills & Experience
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Background in building craft, surveying, or Health & Safety
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Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and building maintenance
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Familiarity with Mechanical & Electrical systems and Building Management Systems
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Experience managing contractors and maintenance programmes to budget
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Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
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Flexible approach with occasional off-site travel; clean driving licence
Desirable: First Aid at Work certificate
This is an excellent opportunity to take a hands-on role in a multi-site estates operation and make a real impact on the organisation
