High Achieving Birmingham Secondary School - Facilities Manager role

About the position

Role Category & Location Sector: High-Achieving Secondary Academy. Location: Birmingham (West Midlands, England). Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026. The Opportunity & Role Profile This large secondary academy requires a strategic Facilities Manager to oversee its extensive estate operations. The school needs an expert capable of managing a complex portfolio of buildings, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring rigorous statutory compliance across the entire campus. Core Responsibilities & Scope Strategic Visionary: Developing and implementing long-term Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) strategies and managing maintenance budgets. Contract Crusader: Full accountability for all statutory and regulatory compliance (H&S, Fire, Water, Asbestos) and managing all external service contracts. Team Leader: Direct line management of site, caretaking, and cleaning staff teams. Compensation & Benefits Essential Requirements: Extensive managerial experience in facilities management within an institutional setting (e.g., educational, NHS, corporate). Salary Range: Highly competitive salary (expected to be £50,000 - £60,000 per annum). Support: Generous pension scheme and structured professional development (IWFM qualifications supported).

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