Facilities Manager

Job Description

Summary Do you love places of historic significance and outstanding natural beauty Would you like to work at a place of national and international heritage Come and be a part of history with us at the Chartwell portfolio. Work in a place that fosters innovation,ambition and personal development, whilst delivering fantastic compliance and maintenance standards as our new Facilities Manager.This role can be offered as a 1 or 2 year secondment for internal candidates if youre keen to try something new.Please include cover letter with your application, outlining why youre interested in this positionFirst interviews: 24 March 2023 What its like to work here Walking down the path from the car park to your office in Chartwells mansion is a sight to behold. Chartwell was the much-loved Churchill family home and the place from which Sir Winston drew inspiration from 1924 until the end of his life and draws visitorsfrom around the world. Emmetts Garden is an Edwardian plantsmans paradise with a shrub collection from around the world, and it attracts families, dog walkers and horticultural experts alike. Quebec House is a beautiful Georgian mansion that requires ongoingmaintenance and work to protect the incredible collection, and you would support all of these sites.As part of a strong Leadership team, youre supported by the General Manager as well as a knowledgeable Facilities Coordinator. We believe in collaboration and transparency, and work together on ours and our teams personal development to ensure we havepride in all that we do. We work closely together to achieve our ambitious targets, not only for conservation and protection of buildings, but also to reduce our carbon and improve our green practices.More information about these locations can be found here:Chartwell | National TrustEmmetts Garden | National Trust and Quebec House | National Trust What youll be doing As Facilities Manager, youll be leading a Facilities Coordinator as well as a team of volunteers, working alongside a Business Services Lead who supports the soft facilities. Youll be active from day to day, responding to reactive repairs, monitoring andcompleting compliance tasks, orchestrating works and delivering on small projects. Youll also have an office base from which to arrange contractors, track compliance and plan your teams delivery. Youll be working closely with the General Manager to deliverboth short-term requirements and long-term development plans, whilst running of all aspects of facilities management, making sure we are safe and compliant.For more information, please read the attached role profile and candidate pack Who were looking for

• A strong understanding of the core principles and functions of hard and soft facilities management and maintenance; experience in a heritage or visitor attraction site is a plus
• Excellent previous experience of broad compliance and risk management, including knowledge of Health & Safety, Emergency procedures and Fire & Security procedures
• Relevant vocational experience, or professional qualification such as the Institute of Work and Facilities Management Member level 4 or 5 certificate, IOSH/NEBOSH certificate. Or a desire to pursue this
• Experience of working with contractors and your own facilities team to get the best value for Chartwell portfolio and the National Trust
• Outstanding organisational skills
• Experience of managing budgets and delivering or managing small projects
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• A desire to make a difference, show initiative and contribute to the core values of the Trust

Please include cover letter with your application, outlining why youre interested in this role The package The National Trust has the motto For everyone, for ever at its heart. Were working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. Its important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audienceswe serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say were for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Tax free childcare scheme

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Employee assistance programme

• Free parking at most locations

• Independent financial advice

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