Estates Officer - Martlesham, United Kingdom - Suffolk Constabulary

Suffolk Constabulary

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Martlesham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Principle Purpose of the role

Applications are welcome from persons from varied backgrounds; building surveyor, mechanical and electrical surveyor, statutory compliance surveyor or estate management experience will be considered.

This post is within the Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies Joint Estates & Facilities Department.

The role will assist with undertaking estates capital projects and delivering revenue maintenance schemes and minor works.

The role will be part of a team to manage the allocation of space and accommodation all to meet Constabulary strategic requirements.

The role will support the use and supervision of outsourced building contractors, statutory maintenance and estates consultancy services relating to property management.

The successful applicant will be a good communicator at all levels, liaising with contractors and Constabulary staff, providing a point of contact for various contract issues that may arise.

Main Activities of the Role

To undertake the management of building maintenance, minor works and projects within the capital and revenue building programmes
To manage allocated estates budgets and resources
Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects
To provide professional and specialist estates knowledge and advice to identify and remedy property defects
To undertake allocated with property acquisitions and disposals
To maintain and develop the Forces asset registers and property databases
Ensure that requests for new or different accommodation are identified and prioritised
Assist with the identification, development and implementation of projects to minimise the consumption of energy and utilities
Ensure adherence to Financial and Contract Regulations of each Constabulary
Draft and make recommendations to more senior staff on all aspects of policy and procedure
To research and analyse data and prepare reports
Any other duties commensurate with the Estates Officer role in the whole Estates & Facilities Department as may reasonably be requested

Person Specification
It is essential that applicants meet the following criteria:

Experience of managing and delivering construction, projects, building maintenance programmes and general contract management
Possession of HNC BTEC in Construction or equivalent qualification and/or with knowledge of legislation applicable to the management of premises and facilities
Basic keyboard skills and ability to use MS Office Suite
Previous experience in managing budget and working within financial constraints
Possess experience of managing and motivating building contractors and consultants
Demonstrate the ability to supervise and motivate staff, together with experience of managing external consultants
Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise reports
Ability to undertake the physical requirements of the role, for example climbing ladders and working in restricted spaces
Ability to travel as required mainly around Norfolk and Suffolk and occasionally further within the UK
Willingness to provide out of hours callout support

It is desirable that applicants meet the following criteria:

Ability to use property management ICT packages and Architectural AutoCAD
Previous experience of working in a client serviced role within the public sector

Hours of work are 37 per week Monday to Friday. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

Benefits

24 days holiday per year in addition to public holidays (rising to 29 days after five year's service)
Option of joining the local government pension scheme
Option of joining the sports & social staff association and Unison and enjoying the benefits these provide
Access to the Blue Light Card with 100s of discounts
Paidfor training is available as is the opportunity to have mentoring, in a workplace where development is encouraged
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) A confidential service, available 365 days a year, 24/7, free of charge which can provide around the clock support and guidance to help you manage work and personal stressors, as well as support you through lifestyle changes
Support Networks that provide information and opportunities to share experiences as well as offering advice and support to members
A diverse, equal and inclusive workforce in an organisation that values its people
And finally, but perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to make a difference to the communities of Norfolk and Suffolk