Estates and Facilities Operative

We have an exciting opportunity for an Estates and Facilities Operative to join the team on a full‑time, fixed‑term basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £24,834 - £33,285 per annum.

We are a high‑achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth‑form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.

As our Estates and Facilities Operative, no two days will be the same! You’ll be the friendly face behind the scenes who keeps everything running smoothly — from opening up the site each morning to ensuring buildings are safe, secure, and ready for the day ahead. Whether you’re responding to alarms, fixing a leaky tap, setting up for an event, or keeping the grounds looking their best, you’ll play a hands‑on role in creating a safe, welcoming environment for everyone on site.

You’ll also be joining a supportive and hardworking team who take real pride in what they do. If you enjoy variety, problem‑solving, and being part of a great team that makes a visible difference every day, this is a role where you can truly make an impact.

• Open and secure buildings, including pedestrian and vehicle access points, in accordance with site procedures.
• Operate intruder alarm systems, ensuring they are set and unset in line with site opening and closing times.

• Monitor fire alarm systems and respond promptly to activations and panel alerts.
• Investigate fire alarm activations in line with established procedures, where it is safe to do so.

• Undertake light reactive maintenance, basic building repairs, and general fabric works (e.g., painting, minor plumbing, and joinery).
• Complete planned preventative and statutory maintenance tasks.
• Identify, report, and escalation defects, hazards, and maintenance concerns.

• Maintain external areas including pathways, car parks, gardens, and green spaces.
• Carry out litter picking, leaf clearance, and snow/ice treatment as required.

• Work in full compliance with health and safety legislation and site policies.
• Ensure the safe use and storage of tools, equipment, and materials.

• Prepare and set up rooms for meetings, events, and operational activities.
• Safely move furniture and equipment as required.

• You'll ideally have a good general standard of education.
• Basic IT skills, including the ability to log jobs, complete reports, and use email systems.
• Previous experience in an estates, caretaking, facilities, or maintenance role.
• A sound understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills.

• 25 days leave, rising with service, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure (pro‑rata for part‑time staff)
• An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
• On‑site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time
• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free eye care vouchers
• Free secure on‑site parking
• Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare
• Access to on‑site Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)
• Weekly staff football

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Estates and Facilities Operative role, then please click apply now! We’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date: 31st March 2026

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.