Property and Facilities Manager | Guildford Cathedral

Cofeguildford; Guildford; On-site; GBP 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Guildford Cathedral is seeking a Property and Facilities Manager to oversee the Cathedral and its properties, ensuring they are well-maintained and operate efficiently. This part-time position requires strong property management experience, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to manage budgets. The role involves hands-on maintenance management and compliance with health and safety standards. Interested candidates should apply with a completed application form, CV, and covering letter by 2 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property management and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Willingness to undertake training and work in a Christian environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across Cathedral properties.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Policy and promote safe working practices.
• Manage budgets, procurement processes, and provide reports.

Skills

Property management experience

Organisational skills

Financial skills

IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Property and Facilities Manager to ensure the Cathedral and its associated properties are safe, well‑maintained, and operating efficiently in line with our strategic objectives.

Background

Guildford Cathedral is a sacred space and a community of people who engage with God and the wider world for the common good. We do this by being a warm‑hearted community open to God, to all, to growth and to transformation. Over 100,000 visitors come to the Cathedral each year and our Cathedral ‘community’ comprises thousands who feel close the Cathedral because of historical connection, the purchase of a brick in the 1950s, their membership of the worshipping congregations or staff and volunteers.

Reporting to:

Chief Operating Officer.

Accountable to:

The Chapter of Guildford Cathedral.

Hours and salary:

Part time – 0.5 FTE/18 hours per week (flexibility is essential for this role). The salary for the post is £18,720 p/a.

What You'll Do:

In this key role, you will take ownership of all aspects of property management and facilities services, including long‑term planning, compliance, and cost control. You will oversee maintenance programmes, manage budgets and contracts, and ensure high standards of health and safety across the estate. This is a hands‑on position that will involve, at times, physical activity, including accessing all areas of the Cathedral and other buildings, which may involve navigating numerous stairs and confined spaces.

Some of the Key Responsibilities of the role:

• Maintenance Management: Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across Cathedral properties, ensuring timely completion and accurate reporting.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Apply and maintain the Cathedral’s Health & Safety Policy, promoting safe working practices and compliance with legislation.
• Facilities Oversight: Supervise all maintenance work relating to the interior and exterior condition, manage car parking facilities and monitor and review maintenance equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
• Financial and Procurement: Manage delegated budgets and contribute to annual budget planning. Oversee procurement processes including annual reviews of maintenance and service contracts to ensure best value.
• Governance & Reporting: Attend committee meetings, provide reports, and support grant applications as required.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience in property management and practical, hands‑on approach to problem solving.
• Strong organisational, financial, and IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook), with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team player with the capacity to value volunteers who work in the Cathedral.
• Flexibility, reliability and enthusiasm to learn, adapt and take responsibility.
• Willing to undertake training, and comfortable working in a Christian environment.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details of the Property and Facilities Manager role.

Ready to Apply?

To apply, please complete the application form, and include a covering letter addressing the Key Tasks and Essential Skills and Attributes, as well as your CV. Referees will not be approached without your consent. Applications will only be considered with a completed application form, CV and covering letter. Guildford Cathedral operates under a Safer Recruiting policy. Proof of eligibility for working in the UK will be required before appointing.

For an informal conversation please contact Louise Musgrove on 01483 547 881. Closing date for receipt of application is 2 January 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed during the week commencing 12 January 2026.