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Head of Facilities

Salary: £50,000 – £56,000 per annum
Location: Fife / Edinburgh
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a proactive and experienced Head of Facilities to join a leading independent team.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and developing a high-performing Facilities team (maintenance, janitorial, and grounds)
Overseeing all facilities operations including maintenance, cleaning, transport, lettings and security
Managing health & safety across the campus, ensuring compliance and best practice
Monitoring and delivering planned preventative maintenance and capital projects
Supporting sustainability initiatives and the school's net-zero objectives
Managing budgets, contracts, procurement and risk assessments
Ensuring smooth delivery of major school events and external lettingsAbout the Role:

Reporting to the Business Director, the Head of Facilities plays a crucial leadership role in the effective and safe running of the school site. You will be a visible and approachable figure, ensuring high standards are maintained across the campus and that the needs of staff, pupils and visitors are consistently met.

This is a varied and hands-on role, requiring excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills. You will also be part of the out-of-hours emergency rota and contribute to operational planning at a senior level.

Essential Requirements:

Proven experience managing a team in a customer-focused environment
Strong facilities or maintenance background
Excellent organisational and planning abilities
Confident communicator and team leader
Budget management and supplier procurement experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office and facilities helpdesk systems
Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance
Flexible, calm under pressure, and comfortable with hands-on tasksDesirable:

Technical trade background
Experience delivering capital or refurbishment projects
Knowledge of school operations or educational settingsWhy Work With Us?

This is a unique opportunity to shape and maintain the working environment of a prestigious private school while contributing to long-term improvements and sustainability goals. The school offers a supportive working culture, strong leadership, and an attractive location in one of Edinburgh's most desirable areas.

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