Adecco Public Sector is pleased to be working with our client Care Dorset, an adult care service provider based in Dorset, as they seek to recruit a highly experienced and motivated individual to join their team as the Head of Property. With a generous annual salary of up to £65,000, this is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring property professional to make a significant impact within a growing organisation.

As the Head of Property, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of property management and facilities across our client's extensive portfolio of buildings. This includes managing relationships with registered social landlords, coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers, and ensuring the efficient workflow of development inspections and maintenance projects. Additionally, you will lead a team of up to five individuals, across facilities management, health and safety, contract management, and administration.


To excel in this role, the ideal candidate will have a wealth of experience in a relevant property environment, ideally within a care setting. Your in-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations and your ability to promote a positive and motivated organisational culture will be invaluable in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of colleagues and service users alike. Strong leadership skills and the ability to build positive relationships at all levels will also be essential.


Key responsibilities:

• Manage property-related day-to-day operations of sites, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project timelines.
• Act as the strategic leader for property and recognised expert within Care Dorset.
• Lead the coordination with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure efficient workflow and quality control of development inspections, dealing with planned and reactive maintenance issues, liaising with and instructing contractors regarding works required etc.
• Manage all responsive building maintenance works and coordinate major works.
• Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and communicate updates to stakeholders. Implement best practices in property management to optimise efficiency and minimise risks.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including progress reports and regulatory documentation, such as fire safety.
• Prioritise the allocation of property maintenance budgets across the portfolio to ensure that property assets remain safe and fit for purpose.
• Take responsibility for Care Dorset's property portfolio, ensuring properties meet health and safety standards and arranging risk assessments.
• Deal with leaseholder queries and maintain strong relationships.
  
  

Person specification:

• Extensive social care experience.
• Evidence of successfully working in a senior management role in a relevant property environment (within a large and complex organisation with comparable scope, responsibilities, budget and resources).
• In depth knowledge of promoting, preserving, and protecting the health, safety and wellbeing of colleagues, people we support, contractors and partners; ensuring that the provisions of all relevant legislation are achieved, such as the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Evidence of successful partnership development or delivery through partnerships including an ability to work with local partners.
  
  

In return for your hard work and dedication, our client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave, enhanced maternity pay, occupational sick pay, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. They are committed to supporting your professional development and offer excellent training opportunities to help you progress in your career.

Please note that this position involves regular travel across Dorset. Remote working may be available on a limited basis, but the successful candidate should be able to work primarily in Dorset.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. We look forward to hearing from you.

Closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 15th September 2024.