Premises Manager – High-Achieving Secondary Academy in Coventry
Are you an experienced estates leader ready to take operational and strategic control of the safety, security, and physical development of a major secondary academy?
High-achieving 11 to 18 secondary academy in Coventry
Premises Manager to lead campus facilities, estate maintenance, and statutory compliance
Full-time, year-round leadership post | ASAP Start
Our client is seeking a professional, practically minded, and exceptionally organised Premises Manager to join their senior leadership support team immediately. This is a full-time, year-round leadership position, ideal for an estates supervisor or facility manager looking to coordinate daily caretaking operations, capital projects, contractor tenders, and health & safety compliance across a modern campus.
You will manage the caretaking team's shift cycles, supervise external mechanical and electrical contractors, track utility consumption metrics, and execute a comprehensive planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedule. You will take direct accountability for keeping immaculate, legally compliant statutory testing logs—including water safety tests (Legionella prevention), fire door integrity audits, emergency lighting diagnostics, and asbestos monitoring.
School Information
This successful secondary academy in Coventry is celebrated for its strong community ethos, excellent technical facilities, and powerful commitment to support staff welfare. Senior leaders actively support the premises team with a realistic operational budget, dedicated administrative assistance, and fully funded pathways for advanced professional certifications.
Experience and Qualifications
Senior facilities management, premises leadership, or estates supervision experience (educational background preferred)
Deep working knowledge of current health and safety legislation, COSHH guidelines, and building compliance frameworks
Strong administrative, communication, and budget management skills, with high computer literacy
Recognized professional certification (such as IOSH, NEBOSH, or a relevant trade qualification)
Application
To be considered for this Premises Manager position in Coventry starting immediately, please forward your CV today.
- Locations
- Coventry
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