Job Title: Site Manager
Rate of Pay: £14.88 Per Hour
Contract: Permanent
Type of Employment: Full Time
Hours: 40 Hours Per Week
Location: Royal Harbour Academy, Newlands Lane, Ramsgate, Kent, England, CT12 6RH
Role Purpose
To manage the day-to-day operation of the school site, ensuring the building remains safe, compliant, secure, clean and fully operational to support teaching and learning. The Site Manager acts as the key on-site contact for the school and FM team.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety
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Ensure compliance with all health, safety and statutory requirements.
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Complete site inspections and compliance checks.
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Report and escalate risks promptly.
Maintenance & Facilities
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Manage reactive and planned maintenance activities.
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Carry out minor repairs where appropriate.
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Monitor contractor performance and quality of works.
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Maintain site fabric, services and external areas.
Site Operations
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Open, secure and maintain the school site.
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Support school events and lettings.
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Ensure the site remains clean, safe and fit for purpose.
Helpdesk & Compliance
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Review Helpdesk jobs daily.
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Ensure PPMs and reactive tasks are completed on time.
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Maintain accurate records and documentation.
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Lead and support caretaking and cleaning teams.
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Allocate work and monitor standards.
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Conduct regular team briefings and handovers.
Customer Service
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Build strong relationships with Headteachers and school staff.
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Respond positively and professionally to customer requests and concerns.
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Maintain a visible presence around the school.
Essential Skills & Experience
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Facilities management, building maintenance or caretaking experience.
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Knowledge of health & safety and compliance requirements.
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Experience managing contractors and site activities.
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Good communication and organisational skills.
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Proficient in using CAFM/Helpdesk systems.
Success Measures
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Safe and compliant site.
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PPMs completed on time.
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Reactive jobs managed effectively.
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Positive customer feedback.
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High standards of presentation and security.
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No avoidable disruption to school operations.
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