Head of Estates (Maintenance)

Title: Head of Estates at Eltham CollegeLocation: South East LondonCore Hours: 8am to 5pmManagement of: 16 staff membersSalary: £60,000Are you an experienced manager with a passion for maintaining and enhancing world-class educational facilities? Eltham College is seeking a dedicated and visionary Head of Estates to oversee the maintenance and development of their beautiful and historic campus. Join the team and play a vital role in shaping an inspiring environment for students, staff, and visitors.As Head of Estates, you will:Lead maintenance and development projects across the Eltham College Family of Schools.Manage and maintain multiple grass sports pitches for rugby, cricket, and football, as well as high-quality AstroTurf pitches for hockey, tennis, and netball.Ensure compliance, servicing, and contract management, maintaining legal responsibilities and records.Oversee major development schemes, performance monitoring, budget management, and the maintenance of property records.Develop a 3-5 year maintenance strategy, scheduling contractors, and advising on multi-million-pound development projects.Lead a team to deliver outstanding facilities for the Family of Schools and local clubs.Manage budgets, vendor contracts, and task delegation.Key Responsibilities:Strategy and Planning:Develop and implement a long-term maintenance strategy.Schedule and oversee major repairs and development schemes.Formulate annual maintenance and ground works calendars.Ensure high standards of grounds and facilities for all users.Compliance:Ensure safe work practices and compliance with health and safety requirements.Conduct structural and condition surveys, providing expert advice.Stay updated on legal and statutory developments related to estates and building projects.Why Join Eltham College?Be part of a prestigious and vibrant educational institution.Lead and develop a dedicated team of professionals.Contribute to the creation of outstanding learning and sports environments.Enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture.Apply Today!If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference with some fantastic projects planned for the future. I would love to hear from you.