Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Oversee the safe, compliant and seamless running of our estates, facilities, transport, health & safety and sustainability services - ensuring our College thrives every day.

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £40,650 - £43,419

Contract: Full Time, 37 Hours, 52 Weeks

Closing Date: Thursday 5th March, 2026 at 12:00pm

The Operations Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of the College s operational services, including estates and facilities, transport, health and safety, sustainability and contracted services.

Role Responsibilities:

Estates and Facilities management

• Manage and monitor contracts for building and grounds maintenance, cleaning, hygiene, waste management and energy supply, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and agreed service levels.

• Lead procurement processes for operational contracts, including tendering, evaluation, renewal and performance monitoring, ensuring value for money and strong contractor relationships.

• Develop and maintain a rolling programme of planned and reactive maintenance, site inspections and condition surveys to ensure the estate is safe, accessible and fit for purpose.

• Ensure full compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory and statutory requirements relating to property and facilities.

Transport

• Manage the College s transport fleet in line with Community Transport Association requirements.

• Ensure all vehicles are legally compliant, well maintained and efficiently utilised.

• Ensure drivers are appropriately authorised, trained and compliant with statutory and College requirements.

Health and Safety

• Act as the operational lead for health and safety across the College.

• Maintain and regularly review health and safety policies, procedures, risk assessments and compliance documentation.

• Work collaboratively with the Health and Safety Coordinator to deliver training, guidance and support to staff.

• Ensure statutory inspections and testing (including fire safety, water quality and electrical safety) are completed and recorded.

Sustainability

• Monitor energy consumption and implement initiatives to reduce usage and improve environmental sustainability.

• Ensure waste management and disposal processes meet environmental legislation and promote recycling and responsible resource use.

Leadership

• Line manage the operations team, including estates, transport and health and safety staff.

• Develop and implement effective operational procedures to support the smooth day to day running of the College.

• Manage operational budgets and contribute to financial planning and cost control.

• Contribute to College-wide planning and improvement initiatives through collaborative working with senior leaders and managers.

Management Responsibilities

• Provide effective and professional line management to your team throughout their employment journey.

• Manage budgets in accordance with organisational requirements and targets.

• Meet agreed departmental targets and deadlines.

• Ensure key data and reporting requirements are met.

• Contribute to the overall management of the College through working collaboratively with other managers on specific projects or to ensure consistent and effective processes.

• Ensure effective written/ verbal communications within the organisation and with external stakeholders.

• Demonstrate best practice and ensure the implementation of all college policies and procedures.

• Ensure the efficient and effective use of all college resources, including staff.

• Work to continually improve the performance and practices of the organisation.

• In the event of staff shortages or absence to cover, in accordance with capabilities.

• Take ownership of own CPD to maintain skills and knowledge required to be at the forefront of own sphere of operation

General Responsibilities for all Staff:

• Ensure that all beneficiaries are treated with dignity and respect.

• Empower students and day service users to maintain their personal independence and confidentiality.

• Contribute positively to a high-quality teaching, learning, and working environment.

• Comply with health & safety and safeguarding regulations.

• Any other reasonable duties commensurate with role as required.