Facilities Manager – Swindon

Job Title: Facilities Manager
Location: Swindon Wiltshire
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time Permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager for a school in Swindon. The successful candidate will oversee the operational management of the schools buildings grounds contractors and site services.

This role requires someone who is highly organised practical and confident managing a busy premises while ensuring appropriate health and safety standards are maintained.

• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of the school estate.

• Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance requirements.

• Manage external contractors and monitor completed works.

• Conduct regular inspections of buildings and grounds.

• Maintain records relating to compliance inspections and maintenance.

• Support fire safety water hygiene security and emergency procedures.

• Monitor cleaning waste management grounds maintenance and site presentation.

• Manage maintenance budgets and prioritise works appropriately.

• Liaise with senior leadership regarding facilities requirements.

• Ensure the school remains safe secure functional and well presented.

• Previous facilities premises estates or site management experience.

• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements.

• Experience managing contractors and maintenance projects.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• Ability to prioritise competing operational demands.

• Practical problem-solving approach.

• Relevant facilities or maintenance qualifications would be advantageous.

Please submit your latest CV detailing your facilities estates premises or site management experience.