Head of Estates/ Facilities Manager
Henry Blue
London · posted 11 August 2026
Salary
£300 – £339 a day
Job type
full time
Location
London, London
Category
Education
Head of Estates / Facilities Manager
Location: West London
Rate: £300–£339 per day
Duration: Ongoing – minimum 12 months expected
Start: ASAP
Henry Blue are seeking an experienced Head of Estates / Facilities Manager to join a Further Education college in West London on a long-term basis.
The successful candidate will lead the estates and facilities function, ensuring the college's buildings, grounds and services are safe, compliant, well-maintained and fit for purpose.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the day-to-day estates and facilities function.
* Oversee planned and reactive maintenance.
* Manage contractors, suppliers and facilities contracts.
* Ensure compliance with health & safety and statutory requirements.
* Manage statutory inspections and planned preventative maintenance.
* Support capital works, refurbishment and estate improvement projects.
* Manage budgets and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and value for money.
* Provide effective leadership to estates/facilities staff and work closely with senior stakeholders.
Requirements
* Proven experience in a senior estates or facilities management role.
* NEBOSH or IOSH qualification – essential.
* Experience managing contractors, maintenance and compliance.
* Strong knowledge of health & safety and statutory requirements.
* Experience within education/Further Education is desirable.
* Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
* Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to apply for one.
What's on Offer?
* £300–£339 per day
* Long-term, ongoing assignment with no specified end date
* Expected to run for at least 12 months
* West London location
* Senior role within an established Further Education college
Apply now to be considered for this long-term opportunity
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