Job Description
Head of Estates and Technical Services, Thanet, Kent
This role is responsible for leading and managing the Estates and Technical Services function across multiple operational sites within the East Kent area. The position supports frontline public services by ensuring that the estate, plant, and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with statutory, mandatory, and technical regulations.
The Estates Department provides essential services including maintenance, cleaning, catering, procurement, logistics, and other facilities functions vital to the delivery of high-quality public services.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Head of Estates to lead the Technical Solutions Department, ensuring the effective operation and maintenance of several key sites — based at the Kent and Canterbury and managing two ancillary locations in Folkestone and Dover.
This role is critical to maintaining service delivery by managing estate assets, infrastructure, and technical systems safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
You will lead a multidisciplinary team of managerial, technical, and administrative staff of approximately 30+, ensuring high performance and continuous improvement. The remit includes maintenance...