Assistant Estates manager

Assistant Estates Manager Hours: 37 per week Location: Multi-site, based in Kent Salary: £41,988 We are looking for an experienced Assistant Estates Manager to support maintenance, caretaking, and cleaning across our Western sites, with occasional support to Northern locations. Reporting to the Estates Manager, you will ensure estates operations run safely, efficiently, and within budget. Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise maintenance, caretaking, and cleaning teams Manage contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications Deliver the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme Prepare specifications, tender documents, and basic drawings for procurement Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, building regulations, and development rules Coordinate logistics for events and respond to alarms/emergencies as required Monitor work via Estates Helpdesk, managing orders, invoices, and payments Conduct Health and Safety inspections and support staff development Skills and Experience Background in building craft, surveying, or Health and Safety Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and building maintenance Familiarity with Mechanical and Electrical systems and Building Management Systems Experience managing contractors and maintenance programmes to budget Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills Flexible approach with occasional off-site travel; clean driving licence Desirable: First Aid at ..... full job details .....