Head of Facilities - Hoburne

Location Christchurch
Discipline: Support Functions
Salary: £45,000.00 - £50,000.00 PA
Contact name: Sandra Mueller

Contact email: sandra.mueller@hoburne.com
Job ref: 015962
Published: 4 days ago

We would love you to join our team if you have the skills and attributes we are looking for as Head of Facilities.

As Head of Facilities you will be take ownership of the upkeep, maintenance, and sustainability of our sites. Lead a team responsible for planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring our parks, golf courses, and amenities operate smoothly and efficiently. Drive our sustainability agenda, oversee procurement processes, and ensure continuous improvement in operational systems.

The successful candidate will benefit from: 

  • Competitive pay
  • Hoburne Team Card which includes 50% off Food and Drink
  • Discounts on holidays
  • Access to our leisure facilities on all our parks
  • 33 working days holiday (pro-rata)
  • Enhanced Parental leave * (T & C’s apply)
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Own the strategic delivery of all planned and reactive maintenance. 
  • Ensure exceptional upkeep of all buildings, grounds, utilities, equipment, and fleet. 
  • Embed and champion our sustainability strategy across all parks and clubs. 
  • Lead procurement processes, contractor relationships, and asset management. 
  • Collaborate on the project management of operational refurbishments and pitch developments, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum value. 
  • Work alongside the H&S team, ensuring robust safety and compliance. 
  • Communicate with stakeholders including homeowners, leisure members, and teams. 
  • Support emergency response planning, seasonal preparations, and utility efficiency. 

What We’re Looking For: 

  • Proven experience as a General Manager, Facilities Manager, Estates Manager, or similar role within hospitality, leisure, or holiday parks.
  • This role requires a growth leader, championing continuous improvement, working efficiently and removing obstacles that would facilitate these.
  • Strong knowledge of building maintenance, utilities, and asset management.
  • Experience managing maintenance teams, contractors, and sustainability initiatives.
  • Excellent problem-solving and project management skills with a proactive, hands-on approach.
  • Strong understanding of sustainability initiatives, energy efficiency, and regulatory requirements.
  • Budget management experience and ability to lead procurement and tendering processes.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • Full UK driving licence (essential, as travel to sites will be required)

This role is permanent, working 37.5 hours a week. This role is based at our Group Support office in Christchurch, but travel will be required as part of the role.  

The Hoburne Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics). A copy of The Hoburne Group Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy is available on request. 

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