Regional Estates & Facilities Manager

at  Athena Care Homes

TRAINING, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Proven experience in estates and facilities management, ideally within a healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, risk management, and regulatory compliance within a care environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience managing and motivating teams across multiple locations.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and controlling costs effectively.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to rapidly changing situations.
• Relevant qualifications in facilities management, health and safety, or property management are desirable (e.g., NEBOSH, BIFM).
• A full UK license, access to a vehicle for business use and the ability to travel to our 7 locations in accordance with your role.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Reporting to the Regional Director, the Regional Estates & Facilities Manager will be responsible for overseeing the facilities management, maintenance, and health & safety across our 7 care homes within the East Anglia region. You will work closely with the team of on-site maintenance staff, Home Managers and Regional Team to address any facilities-related issues efficiently.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage, lead, and support maintenance teams across multiple sites to deliver a high standard of facilities upkeep.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance activities to ensure the safety, functionality, and aesthetic standards of each home.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, environmental regulations, and internal policies, conducting regular audits and risk assessments.
• Budget management, including planning and monitoring expenditure on maintenance and repairs, as well as procurement of external services.
• Identify and implement sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives to support company targets.