Estates Supervisor

Overview

Estates Supervisor

— Oxford — £34,000 + Holiday + PensionExcellent opportunity to step into a rewarding and varied leadership role at the heart of a busy and welcoming school community. This position offers responsibility, day-to-day variety, and the chance to take ownership of keeping a large and historic site running safely and smoothly.The school is a highly prestigious educational institution where teamwork and commitment are highly valued. You will be a vital part of the operation, leading from the front to ensure the site is safe, secure, and well-maintained, while working collaboratively with a supportive team who rely on your expertise to keep everything running.In this role you will take charge of the day-to-day running of the estates team and facilities. From supervising the maintenance team and contractors, to overseeing compliance checks, portering, and hands-on maintenance tasks, you will enjoy a broad and interesting role where no two days are the same.The ideal candidate will bring experience in estates, premises, or facilities management, a proactive and practical approach, and the confidence to lead a small team. Strong organisational skills, solid knowledge of health and safety, and a hands-on attitude are essential. Experience in a school or public sector setting is desirable but not required.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a genuinely supportive team in a role that offers autonomy, responsibility, and the satisfaction of making a visible impact every day.The Role

Lead and supervise the estates team in their day-to-day dutiesManage and motivate a small maintenance team to deliver a high-quality serviceOversee all aspects of planned and reactive maintenance, compliance, and health and safetyLiaise with contractors and ensure external works are carried out to a high standardManage portering services, including set-ups for events and occasional evening/weekend workSupport energy management monitoring and contribute to minor project worksThe Person

Experience in estates, site, or facilities managementProven ability to lead and motivate a team effectivelyStrong working knowledge of statutory compliance, planned maintenance, and health and safetyPractical problem-solving skills across maintenance and building servicesConfident, hands-on approach with good organisational skillsReference Number: ..... full job details .....