Estates Operative
Location: Fareham or Romsey with requirement to travel
Contracted hours: 37 hours per week
Working hours: Core working hours are 8.00am – 4.00 Monday to Thursday, and 8.00am – 3.30pm Friday. However, cover hours range from 6.00am start to 10.00pm finish depending on location and cover requirements.
Weeks per year: 52 weeks
Salary: £37,710.40 - £41,327.52 per annum - plus up to £10,000 allowance for specialist skills and/or relevant qualifications in a trade such as an Electrician, Gas Engineer, or Carpenter.
We are seeking a flexible and proactive individual to provide high-quality site management support across our Trust schools. This varied role involves covering Site Managers/Assistants during absence, alongside carrying out maintenance, grounds, and decorating work to ensure safe, compliant, and well-maintained environments.
As the Estates Operative you will be primarily based from either Cams Hill Secondary School in Fareham or The Romsey School in Romsey with a requirement to travel to other schools within the trust as and when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide full site management cover across Trust schools during periods of absence/sickness.
- Undertake all duties expected of a Site Manager, including opening and securing premises.
- Manage site safety and respond to emergencies.
- Liaise with contractors and oversee works on site.
- Carry out general maintenance tasks including minor repairs.
- Complete reactive and preventative maintenance.
- Maintain school grounds including grass cutting and hedge trimming.
- Carry out internal and external decorating tasks.
- Travel between sites and work flexibly as required.
Additional duties for qualification(s) holder:
Where the postholder holds a recognised trade qualification, they will be expected to undertake duties relevant to that trade across the Trust as required. This may include, but is not limited to:
- Electrical works for those qualified as electricians
- Carpentry and joinery works for those qualified in carpentry
- Gas-related works for those qualified in gas engineering
About You
- Experience in site management or maintenance roles.
- Practical maintenance or trade skills.
- Ability to work independently and adapt quickly.
- Basic health and safety knowledge.
- Highly organised with strong prioritisation skills.
- Experience working in a school is desirable
- Full UK driving license.
Please see job description and person specification for full details.
Why join Gateway Central Services:
- A salary of £37,710.40 - £50,000 dependent on experience and qualifications
- 24 days holiday plus bank holiday (additional day after 1 years service)
- NEST Pension
- Free Enhanced DBS
- Onsite parking
- Wellbeing support - 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, flu vaccinations, eye care vouchers and access to GP via Livi app
- Access to staff benefits schemes, including Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounted meals from our excellent in-house catering team
- Discounted childcare at our on-site nursery, Little Sunlights - Romsey
- Opportunities for further education and professional development
- Be part of Gateway Central Services with The Gateway Trust, an organisation dedicated to supporting the local community
How do I apply?
To become an Estates Operative apply via MyNewTerm at https://mynewterm.com/jobs/326212863/EDV-2026-GCS-58724 and complete your application. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]
The Gateway Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment.
We regularly review applications and reserve the right to close an advert early if we identify suitable candidates. To avoid disappointment, submit your application as soon as possible.
The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Pay: £37,710.40-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
