Head of Estates & Facilities

Description:

Head of Estates & Facilities
Contract Length - 6-Month Contract
Salary - £60,000 - £68,000 pro rata
Location - Wrexham
Days - Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week

Trek Recruitment is partnering with a large, prestigious organisation in Wrexham to recruit an experienced Head of Estates & Facilities for an initial 6-month contract. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of estates and campus services across a multi-site portfolio.

THE ROLE
You will lead the strategic direction and day-to-day delivery of a comprehensive estates and facilities function. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned estates professional to make a significant impact on the organisation's campus environment, operational efficiency, and long-term estate development.
Key Responsibilities

Provide visible and strategic leadership for Estates Management services across multiple sites (20 mile radius of Wrexham, Wrexham main day to day work location).
Lead the planning and delivery of major capital projects, planned maintenance programmes, and estate development initiatives.
Ensure the highest standards of compliance, health & safety, sustainability, and risk management.
Manage and develop a multi-disciplinary in-house team alongside key outsourced contractors and specialist suppliers.
Take full responsibility for budgetary control, financial planning, cost optimisation, and the identification of income generation opportunities.
Drive continuous service improvement and deliver an excellent customer experience for all stakeholders. YOU
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

Significant senior leadership experience in Estates, Facilities, or Property Management within a complex multi-site environment.
A proven track record in managing large-scale capital projects, maintenance programmes, and estates compliance.
Strong commercial acumen, with excellent skills in strategic planning, budget management, and financial control.
Highly developed stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, combined with a strong professional track record.
NEBOSH, IOSH, or other relevant health & safety / facilities qualifications are highly desirable.
Previous experience in the Higher Education sector would be a distinct advantage. What's On Offer

Competitive contract rate of £60,000 - £68,000 (pro rata for 6 months).
Monday to Friday working pattern.
The chance to lead a high-profile estates function in a large, ambitious organisation.
Potential for extension beyond the initial 6-month period. If you are a confident, strategic estates leader looking for an immediate or near-future contract opportunity in North Wales, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV