ROLE SUMMARY:

• Reddam House Waterfall is seeking an experienced and proactive Estate Manager to lead the full operations, maintenance, and facilities management of our vibrant school campus. This role is central to ensuring that all buildings, grounds, and infrastructure remain safe, compliant, and conducive to an exceptional educational environment. The Estate Manager will work closely with the Executive Headmaster and Senior Management Team to implement a comprehensive estate strategy, overseeing service teams, external contractors, safety standards, and daily campus operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the school estate, including service staff, maintenance schedules, security, and facility bookings.
• Ensure all buildings, infrastructure, and grounds are well maintained, secure, and compliant with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Hold weekly meetings with school leadership to align on plans, events, and operational needs.
• Allocate job cards, supervise work progress, and sign off completed tasks.
• Conduct regular audits of buildings and facilities and maintain records of inspections.
• Manage all cleaning, repairs, renovations, and outsourced maintenance services.
• Secure and oversee Service Level Agreements; monitor third-party performance and compliance with OHS requirements.
• Schedule servicing of equipment, systems, machinery, and vehicles.
• Act as a secondary contact for armed response and on-site service providers.
• Support the setup and smooth running of school functions and events.
• Manage staff performance reviews within the department.
• Handle all administrative tasks related to estate operations and ensure effective communication with staff.
• Oversee the school vehicle fleet and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Additional duties may be assigned as required by Senior Management.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Strong ability to lead, manage, and evaluate a wide range of school support functions.
• Proven ability to implement operational policies and processes effectively.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Experience working within a regulated environment.
• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in estate, facilities, property, or operational management.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and team-leadership skills.
• Computer literacy and confidence with administrative systems.
• A university degree or diploma in a relevant field.
• Technical knowledge relating to infrastructure and grounds management (desirable).
• High level of professionalism, integrity, motivation, and the ability to motivate others.