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Posted 01 July, 2026

Premises Manager

Kier Group
City of London, LONDON, United Kingdom Full Time
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Join Our Team as a Premises Manager!

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of education? We’re on the lookout for a Premises Manager to join our dynamic Lewisham Schools team based in Lewisham.

Location: Lewisham
Hours: 40 hours per week

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Role

As a Premises Manager, you will be at the heart of ensuring our school premises are safe, functional, and welcoming. This is your chance to shine through proactive management, quick problem-solving, and effective coordination of maintenance activities. You’ll oversee the day-to-day delivery of Authority Requirements as per the PFI contract for your assigned school, all while being part of a supportive team that values your expertise.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

  • Conduct regular site inspections and coordinate repairs and maintenance to minimize disruption to school activities.
  • Manage health and safety compliance, including risk assessments, contractor operations, and emergency procedures.
  • Oversee reactive and planned maintenance in line with contract SLAs through the CAFM system.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to Premises Officers and Cleaning Staff, identifying training and development opportunities.
  • Build positive relationships with school staff and stakeholders, acting as the primary point of contact for premises-related queries.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if you:

  • Have proven experience as a site-based FM Manager with strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate teams.
  • Possess comprehensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and facilities management best practices.
  • Are skilled at building and maintaining positive client relationships while balancing contractual requirements.
  • Hold a Full driving licence and are proficient in MS Office and CAFM systems.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

  • Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We’re proud of the steps we’ve taken, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and their experiences help us improve our policies.

As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. We treat applicants with convictions on a case-by-case basis and do not discriminate based on conviction history.

Ready to Make a Difference?

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us and be part of something great at Kier.

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