Interim Head of Estates

Job Opportunity: Estates & Facilities Coordinator (Title TBC)
Grade: 4
Team: Estates Directorate / Core Operations Team
Location: Birmingham

Are you an organised and proactive professional with a passion for facilities management and team development? We are seeking an Estates & Facilities Coordinator to support the Director of Estates in delivering a high-quality estates and facilities service across our organisation.

This role is central to the implementation of our Estates & Facilities strategy and improvement plans. You will ensure effective staffing, training, and professional development across the team, while also leading recruitment, deployment, and operational coordination.

• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and manage agency staff compliance.
• Oversee training delivery and evaluate its impact across the Estates team.
• Lead the Professional Growth process and line manage assigned staff.
• Coordinate student or service user voice activities and support health & safety monitoring.
• Manage the organisation’s fleet of vehicles, ensuring maintenance and driver compliance.
• Lead recruitment processes in collaboration with HR or People Operations.
• Support policy reviews and facilitate team meetings and communications.
• Provide administrative support to the Director, including procurement, contractor liaison, and record-keeping.
• Collaborate with catering teams to promote healthy eating initiatives.

• Strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Experience in estates/facilities management or a related field.
• Ability to manage training, recruitment, and operational logistics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and continuous improvement.

You will report to the Director of Estates & Facilities and be expected to work independently, managing your own workload to meet defined objectives.

Interested in making a real impact?

Apply today and help us maintain safe, efficient, and inspiring environments for all.