Estates and Facilities Manager

This is a unique opportunity to bring your knowledge of buildings and facilities management to the beautiful countryside location where world-famous sculptor, Henry Moore, lived and created his great works - and in an engaging, varied role where no two days are the same!

Reporting to the Head of Visitor Engagement & Operations, this vital role oversees the care, maintenance and efficient running of historical and new buildings, their associated plant and equipment, a small portfolio of let cottages, and the effective management of the gardens and 72- acre rural estate. With responsibility for the safety and security of employees, visitors and the collections, the postholder also supports the Foundation's sustainability agenda, while driving operational efficiency, managing tendering and procurement processes, and working to budgets.

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of buildings/ facilities management and be familiar with building management systems, including HVAC, to the level of identifying faults to specialist contractors. This role requires a proactive and self-motivated individual with a strong aptitude for problem solving and attention to detail, combined with a commitment to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement. With tact, diplomacy, and excellent negotiation and communication skills, the successful applicant will thrive in our busy, people-focused, dynamic working environment. Previous experience in the arts is not essential, but an interest in galleries/museums and historical artefacts would be helpful.

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Application Process

If you are interested in this position and, having read the job specification, you have the credentials to meet the requirements of the role, we would be delighted to receive an application from you. An application form is attached. When completing the application form it would be helpful if you could address the requirements of the person specification and tell us about any gaps in your employment history. Thank you.

Further information about the Henry Moore Foundation and our programmes is available at our website:

If you have any questions about the position, the Foundation or the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact, HR Manager, Emma Sweetland for an informal discussion on Ext 225.