At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead facilities management and ensure our properties are safe, compliant, and sustainable.
- Company: Join Minstead Trust, a mission-driven organisation supporting people with neuro disabilities.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, a birthday celebration day, and a £750 referral bonus.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and impactful work.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while managing diverse property portfolios.
- Qualifications: Experience in facilities management and strong knowledge of health & safety legislation required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: New Forest, Hampshire (with travel across Trust sites)
Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Application closing date: 24 July 2026
About the role
The Facilities & Asset Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of Minstead Trust’s property portfolio, maintenance services, asset management and facilities functions. This is a broad and influential role that combines technical expertise with collaborative leadership. You will ensure our estate is well maintained, compliant and financially sustainable while supporting the people we support, our colleagues and our communities.
Key responsibilities
- Lead facilities, estates and asset management across multiple sites
- Manage maintenance services, contractors and property compliance
- Act as the Trust’s lead for Health & Safety and Fire Safety
- Oversee statutory inspections, risk assessments and compliance programmes
- Manage estate projects and capital improvement works
- Develop long-term asset and lifecycle plans
- Lead sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency improvements
- Manage facilities budgets, procurement and supplier performance
- Oversee fleet management and business continuity planning
About Minstead Trust
At Minstead Trust, we support people with neuro disabilities to live life their way. Our mission is social change. We work alongside individuals, families, communities and partners to create places where everyone can live well. As we deliver our ambitious long-term strategy, our buildings, services and assets play a vital role in enabling inclusion, opportunity and growth. We’re looking for an experienced Facilities & Asset Manager to lead the management of our estate, facilities, health and safety systems and maintenance services, ensuring our environments remain safe, compliant, sustainable and fit for the future.
Essential qualifications and experience
- Significant experience in facilities, estates or property management
- Experience leading maintenance teams and managing contractors
- Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and statutory compliance
- Experience managing maintenance programmes and property-related projects
- Experience in procurement, contract management and supplier performance management
- Knowledge of fire safety, asbestos management, legionella and wider property compliance requirements
- Experience managing multiple priorities across a varied property portfolio
Desirable Qualifications
- IWFM Level 4 (or higher) in Facilities Management or equivalent
- NEBOSH General Certificate
- Membership of IWFM or another relevant professional body
- Qualification in property, estates or project management
What benefits can we offer you?
- 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
- Refer-a-Friend scheme worth £750!
- A Celebration Day’s Leave for Your Birthday pro rata
We are not licensed to sponsor employees for visas; therefore, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. You need to have, or be able to obtain, right to work in the UK in order to take up this position. All staff working for, or on behalf of Minstead Trust understand their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding adults at risk and know who to elevate concerns to within Minstead Trust. Due to the nature of this employment, your application is subject to a successful Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). No terminology in the advert you have seen is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we will gladly accept applications from all sections of the community.
Facilities & Asset Manager employer: Minstead Trust
Minstead Trust is an exceptional employer that values the contributions of its Community Care Support Workers, offering a supportive work culture where every team member plays a vital role in enhancing the lives of adults with learning disabilities. Located in the picturesque town of Lyndhurst, employees benefit from flexible evening and weekend shifts, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional development, all while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises compassion, growth, and independence for those we support.
