Assistant Director of Operations (Permanent) in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Assistant Director of Operations (Permanent) in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Lincoln +1 Full-Time 49500 - 60500 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead campus operations to ensure a safe and efficient environment for students and staff.
  • Company: The University of Lincoln, committed to academic excellence and innovation.
  • Benefits: Negotiable salary, excellent benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Be part of an ambitious journey towards becoming a top-ranked global university.
  • Why this job: Join a transformative phase at a top UK university and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Experience in managing diverse operational teams and outsourced contracts.

The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.

The University of Lincoln is entering an exciting phase of transformation, with ambitious plans to ensure its campuses and physical environments support academic excellence, operational resilience, and an outstanding student and staff experience. Our purpose is to improve lives and communities by attracting global talent and driving technological and digital innovation across key sectors.

Our ambition is clear: to be ranked among the Top 40 UK universities and Top 500 globally by 2030, and to be recognised in the Top 15 UK universities by 2050. To enable this, we have ambitious plans to evolve our physical and digital environments in ways that reflect our values, support our academic mission, and enhance the experience of our students, staff, and wider community.

The Assistant Director of Campus Operations provides strategic-functional leadership for the University’s campus operations services, ensuring our physical estate is safe, compliant, efficient and fit for purpose. The postholder is accountable for the operational strategy, procurement, performance and continuous improvement of campus operations, including facilities management, maintenance, asset management, statutory compliance, security and contracted operational services.

Working as a senior leader within Campus Services, the role translates strategic direction into clear operational priorities, service standards and investment plans, balancing operational resilience, customer experience, risk management and value for money. We are seeking an exceptional candidate with a commercial outlook and a track record of managing large diverse estates operational teams in addition to outsourced contracts.

Locations

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Assistant Director of Operations (Permanent) in Lincoln, Lincolnshire employer: University of Lincoln

The University of Lincoln is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee development and a comprehensive benefits package, staff are empowered to contribute to the university's ambitious goals while enjoying a supportive culture that values diversity and excellence. Located in a vibrant community, employees benefit from access to cutting-edge resources and opportunities for professional growth as the university strives to enhance the student and staff experience.

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Contact Details:

University of Lincoln Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Director of Operations (Permanent) in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Strategic Leadership
Facilities Management
Operational Strategy
Procurement
Performance Management
Continuous Improvement
Asset Management