• Locations

  Dartford, Kent

• Salary

  Up to £70000 per annum + 35 days hols plus BH + Pension

• Sector

  Construction, Property & Engineering, Estates & Facilities Management

• Type

  Permanent

Provide strategic leadership for the Estates and Risk Management Department, ensuring the delivery of an outstanding working environment for students and staff.

• Develop and implement a long-term estates strategy that ensures all College facilities are effectively maintained, operationally efficient, and managed to minimise whole-life costs.
• Lead the sustainable operation and development of the College’s estates and facilities infrastructure.
• Drive a customer-focused culture within the Estates and Risk Management Department, ensuring services align with College-wide and local priorities.
• Support the Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Executive in shaping and delivering the College’s Estates Strategy to support curriculum delivery and financial objectives.
• Manage the Estates Project Manager to ensure successful delivery of the College’s capital programme, including oversight of project timelines, budgets, procurement, and grant funding opportunities.
• Provide expert strategic advice to the Board and Senior Leadership Team on Estates and Facilities Management, Risk Management, Health and Safety, and business continuity.
• Ensure the Estates and Risk Management Department is effectively structured, developed, and aligned to deliver high-quality, customer-focused services across the College.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and best practice relating to Estates and Facilities Management, Risk Management, and Health and Safety, advising senior leaders on required actions and improvements.
• Develop and implement effective risk control measures across the College, including business continuity arrangements.
• Deliver value for money through compliant procurement practices and effective contract and supplier management.
• Lead on robust budget management and financial control across Estates and Risk Management functions.
• Ensure all relevant policies, procedures, and documentation are maintained, reviewed, and updated to reflect operational and legislative requirements.
• Ensure the College meets all statutory obligations relating to Estates, Facilities, Risk Management, and Health and Safety, providing clear guidance to management teams where action is required.

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