Estates and Facilities Operative

We have an exciting opportunity for an Estates and Facilities Operative to join the team on a full time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £24,834 - £33,285 per annum
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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 the Estates and Facilities Operative
, you will be responsible for the safe, secure, and efficient running of the site. The role includes carrying out maintenance and caretaking duties, managing site security, operating intruder alarm systems, and responding appropriately to fire alarm and fire panel activations to ensure the safety of all building users.

• Unlock and lock buildings and site pedestrian/vehicle access points in line with procedures.
• Set and unset the intruder alarm systems in line with opening and closing of the site.

• Monitor and respond to fire alarm system activations and fire panel alerts.
• Investigate fire alarm activations in line with site procedures, where safe to do so.

• Carry out reactive maintenance tasks, basic building maintenance, repairs, and fabric works (e.g. painting, minor plumbing, joinery).
• Identify and report defects, hazards, and maintenance issues.

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

• Work in accordance with health and safety legislation and site policies.
• Ensure safe use of tools, equipment, and substances.

• Set up rooms for events, meetings, and operational use.
• Move furniture and equipment safely.

• Good general standard of education
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to use systems for logging jobs, completing reports, and using email.
• Experience in an estates, caretaking, facilities, or maintenance role.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety.
• Strong organisational and communication 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 onsite parking
• Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare
• Access to onsite 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: 22nd January 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.