Senior Estates Leader — Heritage & Sustainability

IWFM Regional/Special Interest Group; East Grinstead; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious botanical organization in East Grinstead is seeking a Senior Estates Manager to lead the delivery of Estates services and operational strategy at Wakehurst. The role involves managing multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance and high standards of health and safety. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Building or Facilities Management and significant experience in large estates operations, demonstrating strong leadership and sustainability strategies. This position offers flexible working arrangements alongside an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Competitive pension

Employee discount scheme

Free entry to national museums

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading medium to large estates or maintenance operations.
• Experience in developing robust maintenance regimes and managing utilities.
• Strong expertise in managing building and engineering infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Estates services.
• Support capital projects, sustainability, compliance, and facilities.
• Ensure high standards of health and safety and develop maintenance strategies.

Skills

Building and Facilities Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Contractor Performance Management

Strategic Operational Thinking

Team Development

Customer-Focused Service Delivery

Sustainability within Estates Maintenance

Education

Degree in Building or Facilities Management

Job description

A prestigious botanical organization in East Grinstead is seeking a Senior Estates Manager to lead the delivery of Estates services and operational strategy at Wakehurst. The role involves managing multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance and high standards of health and safety. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Building or Facilities Management and significant experience in large estates operations, demonstrating strong leadership and sustainability strategies. This position offers flexible working arrangements alongside an excellent benefits package.