Director of Estates & Risk Management

Location

Dartford (multi-site: Gravesend, Hadlow & Tonbridge)

70,000 per annum

Full-time, 37 hours per week (52 weeks)

A forward-thinking and highly regarded College group with over 6,000 students across four campuses is seeking an experienced Director of Estates & Risk Management. Rated Ofsted 'Good' with 'Outstanding' learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024), the organisation is committed to delivering a high-quality, inclusive education supported by industry-standard facilities.

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive, you will provide strategic leadership across Estates, Facilities and Risk Management, ensuring a safe, compliant and high-performing environment for both students and staff.

• Leading the development and delivery of the College's Estates Strategy
• Overseeing capital projects, planned maintenance and asset replacement programmes
• Managing budgets, procurement processes and supplier contracts
• Driving operational excellence, sustainability and value for money
• Providing expert advice to senior leadership and the Board on Estates, Health & Safety, Risk Management and statutory compliance
• Leading on business continuity planning and risk mitigation strategies

• Proven senior leadership experience within Estates, Facilities or Property Management
• Experience delivering complex estates strategies and large-scale capital projects
• Strong financial and budget management experience
• In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, compliance and risk management
• Experience working in education, public sector or similarly complex environments (desirable)
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• DBS is required

• Salary of 70,000 per annum
• 42 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme options
• Free on-site parking
• Access to on-site facilities including gyms, restaurants and coffee shops
• Ongoing CPD and staff discount schemes