Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance ManagerWe have an excellent opportunity to join our team at Peak Academy, part of Reach South Academy Trust, for a Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager to oversee site maintenance, facilities management and health and safety compliance within a specialist education setting. This hands-on role covers building maintenance, statutory compliance, site security and contractor management.If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Facilities Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, Caretaker, Estates Officer, Building Services SupervisorThis role is officially known within the organisation as a Site ManagerSALARY: £34,434 to £36,363 per annumLOCATION: Dursley, Gloucestershire, South West EnglandJOB TYPE: Full-Time, PermanentWORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per Week, Monday to FridayJOB OVERVIEWWe have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager to lead site operations, maintenance and statutory compliance within a specialist school environment.As a Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for site security, building maintenance, health and safety compliance and contractor management, ensuring the premises are safe, secure and fully operational at all times.The Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager will work closely with the Regional Site Manager, supporting facilities management, risk assessments and estates maintenance across the organisation, maintaining high standards of safety and service delivery.ABOUT USReach South is a young and developing Trust which operates across the South West of England with the aim of delivering all through 3-19 education. We operate 16 academies in Plymouth, Bournemouth, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. We are building this Trust on a clear set of values, behaviours and curriculum principles. At the heart of those values and principles is a belief in our young people and a determination to support them to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become the successful citizens for today and all of their tomorrows.Our core business is delivering exceptional education for children and young people with a mission to help all pupils aspire to achieve beyond the expectations that others put on them. We do this through the development of a talented and committed workforce. In order to deliver exceptional opportunities for learning, we need highly motivated staff across all parts of the organisation. Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.DUTIESYour duties as the Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager include:Site Maintenance and Repairs: Carry out minor repairs, reactive maintenance, basic plumbing, drainage and heating system tasks, and general upkeep of buildings and groundsHealth and Safety Compliance: Ensure statutory inspections, testing and maintenance are completed and recorded in line with regulatory requirementsSite Security: Manage daily opening and closing procedures and maintain secure access to the school premisesContractor Management: Oversee external contractors on site, ensuring safe working practices and regulatory complianceCleaning Team Supervision: Monitor cleaning standards to ensure quality and value for moneyRisk Assessments: Support the development and review of site-related risk assessments in collaboration with external consultantsCompliance Administration: Complete and maintain accurate records on compliance software systemsEquipment Maintenance: Maintain site equipment, tools and grounds machinery in safe working orderEmergency Response: Assist with urgent works and site-related emergencies as requiredCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSESSENTIALPrevious experience in site maintenance, facilities management or estates managementPractical knowledge of building maintenance, basic plumbing, heating systems and general repairsExperience with health and safety compliance, including COSHH, fire safety and statutory checksGood written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise with staff, students, visitors and contractorsAbility to organise workload, prioritise tasks and respond effectively to changing demandsGCSE level (or equivalent) in English and MathsCompetent using Microsoft Office and general IT systemsFull driving licence and access to a vehicleDESIRABLEExperience working within an education or school environmentKnowledge of safeguarding requirements within an education settingExperience using compliance or estates management softwareA background in a construction trade or technical disciplineKnowledge of procurement processes for maintenance and service contractsBENEFITSLGPS pensionGreat career progression and development opportunitiesAccess to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefitsWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.NO AGENCIES PLEASEHOW TO APPLYTo be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P14413This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Peak Academy, part of Reach South Academy Trust