About the role
Are you an experienced property maintenance professional with a strong understanding of Health & Safety and building compliance? Would you like to use your skills in an organisation where maintaining safe, comfortable surroundings makes a genuine difference to older people's lives?
Greensleeves Care is a not-for-profit care charity committed to providing high-quality care to older people. We are looking for an organised, proactive and experienced Estate Supervisor to oversee the buildings, grounds and maintenance operations across the Glebelands Carehome in Wokingham.
This is a varied role with responsibility for property maintenance, Health & Safety, fire safety, mechanical and electrical compliance, contractor management and the day-to-day operational management of several buildings across the estate.
What will you be doing?
As Estate Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:
- Property maintenance: Overseeing the maintenance team and ensuring planned preventative maintenance programmes are delivered effectively.
- Health & Safety: Working with the Home Manager and Health & Safety Manager to maintain compliance and promote a safe environment.
- Fire safety and compliance: Ensuring appropriate fire safety systems, equipment, testing and procedures are maintained across the relevant buildings.
- Contractor management: Sourcing and managing external contractors, maintaining effective working relationships and ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
- Buildings and grounds: Conducting regular site inspections, identifying maintenance requirements and ensuring the estate is well maintained.
- Resident safety and satisfaction: Responding to property-related enquiries, supporting resident safety and ensuring maintenance work is planned around residents' needs.
- Budget and reporting: Assisting with property budgets, expenditure monitoring, contracts and regular reports.
- Estate operations: Supporting the day-to-day management and upkeep of Glebelands House, The Broccoli Cloister, Stable Court, The Cottage and the external areas of Academy House.
What we are looking for
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Significant recent experience in a similar role, or in maintenance and building operations.
- Proven experience of developing and delivering maintenance programmes.
- Extensive experience managing Health & Safety.
- Experience managing in-house staff and external contractors.
- A relevant Health & Safety or occupational safety qualification, alongside a trade or similar qualification.
- COSHH training and Site Management Safety Training.
- Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- A working knowledge of quality and environmental management.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant building regulations, legislation and Health & Safety requirements.
- A full, clean driving licence and the ability to drive company vehicles, including a minibus.
Experience in budget management, accessibility requirements and additional COSHH qualifications would also be beneficial.
Why join Greensleeves Care?
At Greensleeves Care, our work is guided by our commitment to older people and our values of Respect, Openness and Responsibility.
We believe that every colleague has an important role to play in creating safe, welcoming environments where residents feel comfortable, valued and respected.
By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to use your professional expertise in a meaningful role within a charity that puts residents first.
Our values
Respect – We treat residents and colleagues with dignity and value their individual experiences and contributions.
Openness – We act honestly and openly, building trust through our words and actions.
Responsibility – We take ownership of our duties and are committed to meeting the needs of residents and colleagues.
How to apply
If you have the experience, qualifications and practical skills to oversee a multi-building estate and would like to make a difference at Greensleeves Care, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a team committed to maintaining safe, well-managed and welcoming environments for older people.
Greensleeves Care is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
Estates Supervisor in Wokingham employer: Greensleeves Care
Greensleeves Care is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for both residents and staff. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, we offer comprehensive training opportunities and a supportive team culture that values each individual's contribution. Working in our care homes across England not only allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of elders but also provides a rewarding career path in a compassionate and respectful setting.
