ROLE DESCRIPTION

Stephen Perse seeks an outstanding Head of Buildings and Maintenance to lead the operational and strategic management of its diverse and prestigious estate. This is a significant leadership opportunity to develop and lead a professional, customer-focused, planned and reactive maintenance service encompassing all planned, reactive, urgent and compliance activities necessary for the exemplary upkeep of our facilities. The role will spearhead the development and implementation of the overarching maintenance and security strategy, ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation, standards and guidance, and support the delivery of minor and major capital developments. This is an opportunity to join a leading educational organisation which values continuous professional development, a culture of collaboration, and where colleagues are nurtured, supported and encouraged in their careers.
The successful candidate will bring proven experience in estates management or building surveying, coupled with a thorough understanding of health and safety legislation and compliance.
As Head of Buildings and Maintenance, you will be responsible for the comprehensive organisation, planning and communication surrounding all repair, maintenance and upkeep of the School’s diverse buildings and associated facilities ensuring the security of these premises. This includes leading and managing both the internal maintenance team, Groundsperson, security team and external contractors to ensure the Schools, including gardens, pitches and grounds are consistently maintained and secure as a world-class educational environment. Key responsibilities also involve driving the planned maintenance programme and overseeing the planning and execution of improvement and refurbishment works ensuring responsible and efficient service delivery. Furthermore, stakeholder management will be critical, requiring you to set and clearly communicate the programme of works to all relevant parties through regular, transparent reporting and updated schedules.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Director of Operations to develop and implement a Strategic Estates Plan.
• Work with the Head of Sustainability to drive forward the delivery of sustainable practices to reduce the carbon footprint of the estate.
• Prepare and present as required papers and reports relating to maintenance and facilities for the Governors, Executive Team, SLTs, Health & Safety Committee, Heads of Section, Local Advisory Boards and relevant external bodies in all areas relating to the role.
• Act as an excellent ambassador for Stephen Perse at all times.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with all Stephen Perse colleagues including contractors, vendors and suppliers.
• Assist as necessary in other Stephen Perse areas at peak times.
• Work at all times towards the aims and goals of Stephen Perse and any individual objectives and targets you may have agreed.
• Generate reports and analyse data to proactively identify areas for improvement within Stephen Perse.
• Actively promote Stephen Perse Equal Opportunities Policy, encouraging staff awareness and participation in all areas.
• Adhere at all times to Stephen Perse operational and employment policies and procedures.
• Act in accordance with the Data Protection principles at all times.
• Adhere to Stephen Perse’s Privacy Notice and ensure private and confidential data is kept secure and disposed of in the appropriate manner.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Attend and actively contribute to staff training.
• Follow the training you have received when using any work items Stephen Perse has given you.
• Take care of your own health and safety and that of people who may be affected by what you do (or do not do).
• Cooperate with others on health and safety, and not interfere with, or misuse, anything provided for your health, safety or welfare.
• Ensure contractor compliance with school safeguarding policies.
• Stay up to date with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Have a suitable level of presence at each site, attending meetings as required.
  This job description is not necessarilycomprehensive and the position holder will be required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.