The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is looking to recruit a full-time Property Services Manager to join our busy Estates Team working in the historic Shakespeare family homes, and a number of other operational buildings across Stratford-upon-Avon.
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In this varied role you will be a key member of the team, managing the reactive, cyclical and compliance maintenance programmes relating to all property and land within the Estate. The role is responsible for the management of the Property Services Helpdesk enquiry and telephone response services, responding to and delivering appropriate facilities management services, compliance and general maintenance services, including upkeep of property records, associated finance records and the statutory reporting on sustainability targets for the Trust, whilst also delivering an efficient and effective administrative support service to Estates as a whole.
The role is responsible for the management and active monitoring of the Trusts use of energy in all forms, by proactively ensuring our utility and vehicle contracts are cost effective and sustainable. The post is also responsible for managing the Trusts centralised Cleaning Team, plus maintenance, facilities and cleaning contractors as required.
The role directly manages the Property Services Assistant, the Cleaning Team Leader and the Estates Administrator in order to ensure efficient delivery of all services provided by Property Services.
To be successful you will hold an IOSH/NEBOSH Managing Safely or similar qualification and a current PAL IPAF Certification. You will have a clean drivers license and a First Aid at Work certificate. You will hold or be willing to qualify for a SSSTS or SMSTS Certification.
In return, we can promise you that no two days will be the same. You will be working within our iconic Grade 1 and 2 listed buildings, plus some other quirky buildings, and see behind the scenes that few others get to see.
The closing date for applications isSunday 20 September 2026 with interviews taking place onThursday 1 October 2026 in-person in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
If you would like to know more and to apply please go to our jobs website.
We will send you a confirmation email once you have sent your online application, where you will be able to complete your profile in full. xiskglj
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and building a diverse and representative workforce.
Property Services Manager in Royal Leamington Spa employer: Shakespeare Birthplace Trust
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust offers a vibrant and inclusive work environment in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon, where you can engage with visitors from around the globe while contributing to the legacy of one of the world's greatest playwrights. As a Retail Supervisor, you'll benefit from flexible part-time hours, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive team culture that values creativity and customer service excellence. Join us in making every visitor's experience memorable while enjoying the unique charm of our historic locations.
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Shakespeare Birthplace Trust Recruitment Team
