Head of Facilities
JOB_53770744773514Job type
PermanentLocation
Stockton-on-TeesWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ConstructionIndustry
Charities & Not For ProfitPay
£55,000 - £60,000
Head of Estates & Safety | Salary: £55,000 + £5,000 car allowance
Your new company
We’re working exclusively with a national organisation delivering services across multiple UK locations. They are seeking a senior Estates & Safety leader to manage a diverse property portfolio and ensure safe, compliant, sustainable workplaces for their teams and service users.
This role blends high-level strategic ownership with hands-on operational leadership. You’ll work closely with senior figures across the organisation to drive estates strategy, oversee major works, and embed a culture of safety and compliance.
Your new role
- Lead and develop a high-performing Estates & Safety team, promoting a positive and accountable culture
- Drive and deliver the Estates Strategy, managing a varied property portfolio across the UK
- Oversee capital projects, refurbishments, accessibility improvements and sustainability initiatives
- Ensure full health & safety compliance including fire safety, risk assessments, DDA, DSE, safeguarding and statutory requirements
- Oversee maintenance and facilities management to ensure buildings are safe, secure and fit for purpose
- Manage budgets and resources effectively, providing clear reporting to senior leadership
- Lead contractor and supplier relationships, including procurement and contract management
- Champion sustainability, reducing environmental impact through energy efficiency and responsible estate management
- Work closely with L&D to embed safety awareness and deliver training packages
- Monitor changes in legislation, ensuring robust governance and continuous compliance
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven experience in estates management and health & safety leadership
- Strong people management and contractor oversight experience
- Excellent understanding of health & safety legislation and best practice
- Strong project management, organisational and communication skills
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with excellent attention to detail
- A passion for sustainability and accessible, inclusive workplaces
- Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, IWFM)
What you'll get in return
This organisation offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support wellbeing, development, and work-life balance, including:
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell additional days
- £500 annual benefits scheme for use across major retailers
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Pension with up to 5% employer contribution
- Life assurance (4× salary)
- Health & wellbeing support including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to digital wellbeing resources including virtual GP, gym & mindfulness tools
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Head of FacilitiesJOB_537707447735142026-02-252026-05-26
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