Director of Estates & Facilities
| Posting date: | 21 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 May 2026 |
| Location: | Weybridge, KT13 8TT |
| Company: | Brooklands College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 249 |
Summary
Job Advert
CLOSING DATE 26 APRIL 2026
We are looking for an experienced and forward‑thinking Director of Estates, Facilities and Property Services to lead the strategic
development, operation and optimisation of our estate. This is a pivotal role responsible for creating a safe, sustainable,
high‑quality and service‑driven environment that underpins our teaching, and student experience.
A senior estates and facilities leader with substantial experience managing hard FM, soft FM, Health & Safety and large‑scale
property operations. The postholder will bring strong financial, operational and project leadership capability, coupled with the
strategic vision to support the College's long‑term estate and sustainability goals.
The purpose of this role is to
* Lead the Estates and Facilities Department to ensure the presentation of a high-quality working environment for learners and
staff and the availability of accommodation and related services commensurate with a first-class learning experience.
* Support the Chief Operating Officer and the Chief Executive in the development and implementation of the College’s Estates
Strategy to develop the College’s two campuses as necessary and to deliver its academic and financial ambitions. Including the
design of refurbished or new buildings, and the facilities and services within them.
* Optimise utilisation of buildings and their systems.
* Ensure the upkeep of buildings and grounds to high standards to provide a safe learning and teaching environment, which
enhances learners’ achievement and enjoyment and provides value for money.
* The effective delivery of in-house and contracted-out premises related services to a high standard across the College.
* The management of the cleaning contract, waste management, security, caretaking, space planning and space utilisation.
* The overall quality, safety and appearance of the facilities at both the Weybridge and Ashford campuses and is the first point
of contact for these matters.
Brooklands Technical College is proud to be an equal opportunities employee and is committed to diversity and inclusion within the
workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion,
sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, age, military or veteran
status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. Brooklands Technical College is committed to the safeguarding and welfare
of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates maybe subject
to online searches as part of due diligence checks. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits.
Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. Pre-employment checks will be carried
out, in line with KCSIE, for all those who are shortlisted and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check
and 2 satisfactory references. Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Brooklands Technical
College, have no authority to enter an arrangement. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient
applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that
previous applicants need not apply. Recruitment agencies engaging with Brooklands Technical College will be on our PSL.
CLOSING DATE 26 APRIL 2026
We are looking for an experienced and forward‑thinking Director of Estates, Facilities and Property Services to lead the strategic
development, operation and optimisation of our estate. This is a pivotal role responsible for creating a safe, sustainable,
high‑quality and service‑driven environment that underpins our teaching, and student experience.
A senior estates and facilities leader with substantial experience managing hard FM, soft FM, Health & Safety and large‑scale
property operations. The postholder will bring strong financial, operational and project leadership capability, coupled with the
strategic vision to support the College's long‑term estate and sustainability goals.
The purpose of this role is to
* Lead the Estates and Facilities Department to ensure the presentation of a high-quality working environment for learners and
staff and the availability of accommodation and related services commensurate with a first-class learning experience.
* Support the Chief Operating Officer and the Chief Executive in the development and implementation of the College’s Estates
Strategy to develop the College’s two campuses as necessary and to deliver its academic and financial ambitions. Including the
design of refurbished or new buildings, and the facilities and services within them.
* Optimise utilisation of buildings and their systems.
* Ensure the upkeep of buildings and grounds to high standards to provide a safe learning and teaching environment, which
enhances learners’ achievement and enjoyment and provides value for money.
* The effective delivery of in-house and contracted-out premises related services to a high standard across the College.
* The management of the cleaning contract, waste management, security, caretaking, space planning and space utilisation.
* The overall quality, safety and appearance of the facilities at both the Weybridge and Ashford campuses and is the first point
of contact for these matters.
Brooklands Technical College is proud to be an equal opportunities employee and is committed to diversity and inclusion within the
workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion,
sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, age, military or veteran
status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. Brooklands Technical College is committed to the safeguarding and welfare
of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates maybe subject
to online searches as part of due diligence checks. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits.
Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. Pre-employment checks will be carried
out, in line with KCSIE, for all those who are shortlisted and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check
and 2 satisfactory references. Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Brooklands Technical
College, have no authority to enter an arrangement. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient
applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that
previous applicants need not apply. Recruitment agencies engaging with Brooklands Technical College will be on our PSL.