DN Colleges Group is looking for a proactive and experienced Buildings Manager to join our Estates team at North Lindsey College.
The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day management of the Maintenance and Caretaking team, ensuring that our campus facilities are maintained to the highest standards.
This role involves organising and delivering a planned maintenance programme, responding to operational requirements, and managing on-site contractor services.Scope and Purpose of the Role: The Buildings Manager will assist the Director of Estates and Estates Manager in providing value-for-money, fit-for-purpose services and facilities.
This includes managing the estates team, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining environmental performance systems.
The role also involves monitoring the condition of buildings and grounds, making long-term maintenance plans, and ensuring the estate remains compliant with relevant standards.Essential Criteria:Level 4 qualification or equivalent in a building trade, electrical, or mechanical disciplineLevel 2 (GCSE or equivalent) in English and MathsPrevious experience as a managerAbility to supervise complex projects and work within budget allocationsStrong problem-solving skills and ability to write job specificationsExcellent organisational and communication skillsKnowledge of health and safety requirements associated with estates operationsClean driving licenceDesirable Criteria:Health & Safety qualification (IOSH/NEBOSH)Competency qualifications (e.g., MEWP, confined space)Experience working within a college or university estates departmentDaily Responsibilities:Manage the Maintenance and Caretaking team, prioritising and allocating workOrganise and deliver a planned maintenance programmeRespond effectively to day-to-day operational requirementsMonitor and manage on-site contractor services to ensure performance targets are metProduce and maintain risk assessments and safe systems of workDevelop and maintain operating procedures and quality management systemsMonitor environmental performance and advise on improvementsEnsure compliance with health and safety regulations and college policiesConduct regular inspections and audits of buildings and groundsAssist in making long-term maintenance plansAct as the first point of contact for security and emergency situationsTo apply for this post, click 'Apply now'