Are you a hands-on leader who loves bringing historic buildings and estates to life? We’re looking for a Facilities Manager to take charge of a dedicated team, keeping a remarkable site safe, operational, and presented to the highest standard for visitors.

You’ll lead the Facilities Team to ensure the site is safe, compliant, and maintained to a high standard, combining strategic oversight with day-to-day operational delivery.

The Role‍

You will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of all facilities across the site, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining the historic fabric of the buildings, and supporting a high-quality visitor experience. Your role will involve:

• Leading planned and reactive maintenance, from condition surveys to cyclical works like painting, drainage, and roof maintenance.
• Overseeing building services, gallery systems, and site infrastructure to ensure smooth operations.
• Managing internal staff, volunteers, and external contractors efficiently.
• Maintaining statutory compliance across all areas (fire, water, gas, asbestos, H&S) using compliance management systems.
• Inspiring, developing, and leading your team, holding regular meetings, performance reviews, and ensuring full site coverage.
• Supporting events, emergency response, and championing sustainability initiatives across the estate.

‍About You

Essential

• Experienced in facilities management, building maintenance, or estate operations.
• Strong knowledge of statutory compliance and contractor management.
• Confident in project delivery, budget control, and strategic planning.
• Excellent communicator and team leader, able to inspire and motivate.
• Comfortable working hands-on across the site while managing operational priorities.

 Desirable

• Relevant training (IOSH, NEBOSH, Water Hygiene, Fire Safety) is preferred.
• Experience working in heritage or visitor environments.
• Knowledge of compliance management systems (e.g., Blue Lemon or equivalent).

Why This Role is Special

This is your chance to lead a team in a dynamic, historic environment – mixing strategy, hands-on work, and team leadership. If you enjoy variety, responsibility, and being at the heart of maintaining a historic site that welcomes visitors daily, this role offers a unique and rewarding challenge.

How to Apply

If you’re a hands-on Facilities Manager who enjoys leading from the front and wants to help preserve and enhance an estate for generations to come, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact the Maxwell Stephens team on 0207118 4848, or send your CV to cv@maxwellstephens.com.